Definitions

1. noun

the act of betraying a trust or a country by giving aid to its enemies, or the act of committing a crime against one’s country.

“The king was put to death for treason after being found guilty of collaborating with the enemy.”

2. noun

a serious breach of duty or of a trust, especially in a position of responsibility.

“The politician’s treason of accepting bribes from corporations led to his resignation from the position.”

3. verb

to commit the act of treason.

“He was accused of treason for revealing state secrets to the press.”

4. noun

a treacherous or disloyal act.

“The company’s treason of exploiting its employees for cheap labor led to a massive lawsuit.”