Treasonable

/ˈtriːzənəbl/
adjective

Relating to the crime of betraying one's country, especially by trying to kill or overthrow the sovereign or government.

The police arrested him on treasonable charges after they found plans to overthrow the government in his possession.
Visual representation of "treasonable" - Relating to the crime of betraying one's country, especially by trying to kill or overthrow the sovereign or government.

Often appears as...

  • treasonable offense
  • treasonable conduct

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Formal, Disapproving

Legal

adjective

Relating to the crime of betraying one's country, especially by trying to kill or overthrow the sovereign or government.

The police arrested him on treasonable charges after they found plans to overthrow the government in his possession.
Visual representation of "treasonable" - Relating to the crime of betraying one's country, especially by trying to kill or overthrow the sovereign or government.

Often appears as...

  • treasonable offense
  • treasonable conduct

Usage tips

Formal, Disapproving

Legal

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Grave Context

Used in serious situations where someone betrays their country, implying high severity and consequences.

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The spy's actions were considered treasonable, endangering national security.
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Legal Repercussions

Often used in a legal context where the act could lead to serious charges or penalties.

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They faced a treasonable charge, risking a lifetime imprisonment.
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Not Casual

It's a formal term not used in casual conversation due to its specific and heavy legal implications.

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His treasonable intent was not a matter of gossip but of state security.
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Quote examples

Hassan II of Morocco

Moroccan Royalty

It is not cowardly, quite the contrary, to seek to meet the adversary and know his intentions. However, it is cowardly, shameful and treasonable to lay down arms.
Portrait of Hassan II of Morocco

Quote examples

Charlie Sheen

American Actor

That we are to stand by the President right or wrong is not only unpatriotic and servile, but is morally treasonable to the American public.
Portrait of Charlie Sheen

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Theodore Roosevelt

American President

To announce that there must be no criticism of the president... is morally treasonable to the American public.
Portrait of Theodore Roosevelt

Quote examples

Hassan II of Morocco

Moroccan Royalty

It is not cowardly, quite the contrary, to seek to meet the adversary and know his intentions. However, it is cowardly, shameful and treasonable to lay down arms.
Portrait of Hassan II of Morocco

Quote examples

Charlie Sheen

American Actor

That we are to stand by the President right or wrong is not only unpatriotic and servile, but is morally treasonable to the American public.
Portrait of Charlie Sheen

Quote examples

Theodore Roosevelt

American President

To announce that there must be no criticism of the president... is morally treasonable to the American public.
Portrait of Theodore Roosevelt
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