Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stab-someone-in-the-back
idiom
/stæb ˈsʌmˌwʌn ɪn ðə bæk/
Definition
To betray someone who trusts you, often in a way that is unexpected and harmful.
Examples
- She thought he was her best friend, but he really just wanted to stab her in the back.
- Feeling betrayed, he realized that some people just wait for a chance to stab you in the back.
Meaning
This phrase refers to the act of betraying a friend or colleague secretly, often while pretending to be loyal.
Synonyms
- betray
- double-cross
- backstab
- undermine
