defection

• Substantiv, das den Akt bezeichnet, das eigene Land, eine politische Partei, eine Sache oder eine Treuepflicht zu verlassen, um zur Gegenseite überzugehen.

A noun referring to the act of abandoning one's country, political party, cause, or allegiance to join an opposing side.

1. Abandonment of allegianceC1formal

   The act of leaving a country, political party, or group to join an opposing one.

   Überlaufen zum Gegner

   • The spy's defection to the enemy nation was a major blow to intelligence.
   • Several high-ranking officials have been accused of defection.
   • His defection from the party shocked his colleagues.

   Synonymeapostasybetrayaldesertiondisloyaltyrebellionrenegadesecessiontreason

   Antonymeallegiancedevotionfidelityloyalty

2. Abandonment of a causeC1formal

   The act of abandoning a principle, duty, or cause.

   Abkehr von einer Sache

   • The defection of key supporters weakened the movement.
   • Her defection from the project was unexpected.
   • The defection of the team's star player led to their defeat.

   Synonymeabandonmentapostasybetrayaldesertionrenunciationrevolt

   Antonymeallegianceconstancydevotionfaithfulnessloyalty