JLPT N1
離反
Defection, estrangement, or breaking away from an alliance or group
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離叛 rarely-used kanji
Noun, Suru verb
Turning Away / Defection
Describes the act of estrangement or rebellion where one separates from a group or ally to act against them.
Example
彼 の スキャンダル が 支持者 の 離反 を 招いた 。
His scandal caused his supporters to turn away from him.
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