quisling

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Quisling' is a term used to refer to a person who betrays their country or group by supporting the enemy. It's not just a regular traitor, it's someone who helps those who are actively harming their own side.

Examples in Different Contexts

In literature, a 'quisling' character can introduce intrigue and conflict. A writer might pen, 'Lord Vardar, the kingdom's most trusted advisor, was revealed as the quisling, working for the enemy empire.'

Practice Scenarios

Politics

Scenario:

He's just a figurehead, not a representative of our nation's best interests. His track record reflects a disturbing conformity to opposition demands.

Response:

His inclination to support enemy forces, and not his own, makes him a quisling, in my opinion.

Literature

Scenario:

That character keeps aligning with the villains, time and again. It adds an unexpected dynamic to the storyline.

Response:

I agree. The introduction of a quisling character does add a layer of complexity to the plot.