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Meaning of perfidy

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

perfidy

Pronunciation:/ˈpɜː.fɪ.di//ˈpɝ.fɪ.di/

noun

Definitions

  1. A state or act of violating faith or allegiance; violation of a promise or vow, or of trust

    Synonyms:betrayaltreachery
  2. Specifically, in warfare, an illegitimate act of deception, such as using symbols like the Red Cross or white flag to gain proximity to an enemy for purposes of attack.

  3. A state or act of deceit.