Hello, students. Loyalty is a very important quality. The opposite of loyalty is betrayal. A person who betrays someone's trust or their own country has a very serious name. A woman who does this is called a traitress. What do we call a man who does the same?
Traitress Opposite Gender
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Traitress vs. Traitor: A Clear Comparison
This table explains these serious terms of betrayal.
| Term | Gender | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Traitress | Female | A woman who betrays someone or something. |
| Traitor | Male / Neutral | A man who betrays; also used for any gender. |
What is a Traitress?
A traitress is a female traitor. This word is less common in modern English but is the correct feminine form. The "-ess" suffix marks it as female.
What is a Traitor?
A traitor is the masculine equivalent of a traitress. It refers to a man who is disloyal. Today, 'traitor' is the standard gender-neutral term used for anyone who commits betrayal.
The Act of Betrayal
Being called a traitor is a very serious accusation. The crime of betraying one's country is called treason. While 'traitress' exists, you will almost always hear the word 'traitor' used for both men and women in news reports and historical documents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Traitress Masculine Gender
The masculine gender of 'Traitress' is Traitor.
Traitress Opposite Gender
The opposite gender of a Traitress is a Traitor. Traitress is a female gender term and Traitor is a male gender term (and the common neutral term).
Male equivalent of Traitress
The male equivalent of a Traitress is a Traitor.
Practice Exercises
Worksheet: Choose the Correct Term
Fill in the blanks with the correct term: traitor or traitress.
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