English Synonym Finder

double-cross

Definitions

To betray or deceive someone with whom one is supposedly cooperating.

A treacherous act of deception or betrayal.

Examples

He felt betrayed after his business partner decided to double-cross him during the final negotiations.

The spy knew that if he tried to double-cross his handlers, he would not survive the night.

It was a classic double-cross that left the entire criminal organization in complete disarray.

Synonyms

betray deceive backstab hoodwink cheat delude forsake

Antonyms

support defend uphold assist protect aid champion