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Betrayal

Betrayal refers to the breach of a person's trust or confidence, often by someone they consider a friend, ally, or associate. It can manifest in various forms, such as revealing secrets, breaking promises, or acting against someone's interests. The concept of betrayal is deeply rooted in human relationships and societal structures, often carrying significant emotional and psychological consequences. In Hebrew, betrayal is translated as בגידה (bgidah). Other relevant translations include traición in Spanish, trahison in French, and Verrat in German. Betrayal can occur in personal relationships, political alliances, and even within organizations, and it is often depicted as a central theme in literature, philosophy, and history. The act of betrayal can lead to feelings of anger, hurt, and a loss of trust, and it can have profound impacts on both the betrayer and the betrayed.

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Betrayal
Breaking or violation of a presumptive contract, trust, or confidence
Betrayal
Betrayal is the breaking or violation of a presumptive contract, trust, or confidence that produces moral and psychological conflict within a relationship amongst individuals, between organizations or between individuals and organizations. Often betrayal is the act of supporting a rival group, or it is a complete break from previously decided upon or presumed norms by one party from the others. Someone who betrays others is commonly known as a traitor or betrayer.
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