Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ratfink

noun
/ˈratˌfiNGk/
Definition
An unpleasant or despicable person, especially someone who betrays others.
Examples
  • After he leaked our secret plans to the boss, he became the official ratfink of the office.
  • She didn’t want to be seen as a ratfink by her friends, so she kept their secrets close.
Meaning
The term ‘ratfink’ refers to an individual who is considered to be treacherous or disloyal, often informing on or betraying friends or acquaintances.
Synonyms
  • betrayer
  • snitch
  • tattletale
  • informant