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PERFIDIOUS

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Perfidious.

How to pronounce perfidious:

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Perfidious - as an adjective satellite

Tending to betray; especially having a treacherous character as attributed to the carthaginians by the romans

Example: "Punic faith"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
punictreacherous16

Perfidious - as an adjective

Of, pertaining to, or representing perfidy; disloyal to what should command one's fidelity or allegiance.

Example Sentences

"He was warned about the perfidious intentions of his supposed ally."
"The perfidious friend betrayed her trust by spreading rumors about her."
"The perfidious employee leaked confidential information to a rival company."
"The perfidious politician made promises he had no intention of keeping."
"Her perfidious behavior was revealed when she stole money from her own family."
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Word Game Points

Is PERFIDIOUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, perfidious is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PERFIDIOUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is PERFIDIOUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, perfidious is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PERFIDIOUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is PERFIDIOUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, perfidious is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PERFIDIOUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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