betray
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/bɪˈtreɪ/
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/bɪˈtreɪ/
to give secrets to an enemy
He decided to betray his country by sharing military plans with the enemy.
他决定通过向敌人分享军事计划来背叛他的国家。
to hurt someone who trusts you by being dishonest
It hurts to betray a friend who believed in you completely.
背叛一个完全信任你的朋友是令人痛苦的。
to go against your own beliefs for personal gain
Politicians often betray their promises to get more votes.
政客们经常为了获得更多选票而违背自己的承诺。
to accidentally show something you want to hide
Her smile did not betray the sadness she felt inside.
她的微笑没有流露出她内心的悲伤。