Treasonable
(adjective)
Involving or constituting treason; betraying one's country or its government.
Origin:
The word "treasonable" is derived from the word "treason" which means betrayal of one"s country and it has been used since the 14th century.
Examples:
- The act of spying on one's country is treasonable.
- He was found guilty of treasonable activities.
- The treasonable plot was foiled by the authorities.
- Treasonable conduct is punishable by law.
- The treasonable behavior was a serious crime.