backstabs Synonyms

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betrayal (as by a verbal attack against one not present) especially by a false friend

The treacherous politician backstabs his ally during a crucial vote.
Judas backstabs Jesus, leading to his arrest and crucifixion.
The ruthless corporate executive backstabs his colleagues to advance his own career.
The supposed friend backstabs her by spreading malicious gossip.
The vengeful ex-lover backstabs his former partner, seeking revenge.
The backstabbing competitor sabotage their opponent's product launch.
The corrupt official backstabs their constituents, lining their own pockets.
The backstabbing family member betrays the trust of their loved ones.
The insecure classmate backstabs the more popular student, driven by jealousy.
The backstabbing employee betrays the company's secrets to a rival.

betrayal (as by a verbal attack against one not present) especially by a false friend

betrays,double-crosses, stabs in the back, two-times, sells (out), crosses, snitches (on), goes back on, tells (on), gives away

protects, defends, shields, saves,guards, stands by,safeguards

The treacherous politician backstabs his ally during a crucial vote.

Judas backstabs Jesus, leading to his arrest and crucifixion.

The ruthless corporate executive backstabs his colleagues to advance his own career.

The supposed friend backstabs her by spreading malicious gossip.