
Treason
Personal Betrayal
Treason can imply a deep personal betrayal, not just a legal offense.
His treason was felt deeply by his longtime mentor.
Historical Use
Historically, treason involved aiding enemies or threatening a ruler's life.
Knights who betrayed their king were guilty of treason.
Grave Accusation
Being accused of treason is very serious and scandalous.
The spy denied the allegations of treason against her.
Compare with
BetrayalDisloyaltyInsurrectionMutinyPerfidySeditionSubversion
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