treachery

/ˈtɹɛt͡ʃəɹi/noun
High School
1

Deliberate, often calculated, disregard for trust or faith.

2

The act of violating the confidence of another, usually for personal gain.

3

Treason.

4

An act or instance of treachery.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing