Defector

Pronunciation: /dɪˈfɛktər/

Definitions of defector

noun A person who has abandoned their country or cause in favor of an opposing one

Example Sentences

A1 The defector crossed the border to escape from their oppressive government.

A2 The defector was granted asylum in a foreign country.

B1 The defector provided valuable information to the intelligence agency.

B2 The defector's decision to leave their country sparked an international diplomatic crisis.

C1 The defector's memoirs shed light on the inner workings of the regime.

C2 The defector's defection was a turning point in the conflict.

Examples of defector in a Sentence

formal The government is offering protection to the defector who provided valuable information about the enemy's plans.

informal Did you hear about the defector who spilled the beans on their old crew?

slang That defector is a real snitch, can't trust them anymore.

figurative In the world of fashion, wearing socks with sandals is considered a defector from the norm.

Grammatical Forms of defector

• past tense: defected
• plural: defectors
• comparative: more defective
• superlative: most defective
• present tense: defects
• future tense: will defect
• perfect tense: have defected
• continuous tense: is defecting
• singular: defector
• positive degree: defector
• infinitive: to defect
• gerund: defecting
• participle: defected

Origin and Evolution of defector

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'defector' originated from the Latin word 'defectus', which means 'to desert or fail'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'defector' has come to specifically refer to someone who has abandoned their allegiance or duty to a particular cause or group, often in favor of a rival or opposing faction.