Backstab and Guard

Backstab

Backstab verb - To be unfaithful or disloyal to.
Usage example: knew what it felt like to be backstabbed by a so-called friend
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Synonyms for Backstab

Guard is an antonym for backstab.

Guard

Guard verb - To drive danger or attack away from.

Backstab is an antonym for guard.

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