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perfidy

The correct spelling is perfidy.

How to pronounce perfidy

noun

IPA: /ˈpɜː.fɪ.di/

Say it like: Per-fid-ee

The correct spelling is perfidy. A state or act of violating faith or allegiance; violation of a promise or vow, or of trust

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Definition

noun

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

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