Meaning & Definition of word "Infidelity"

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    Infidelity

    /ˌɪn.fɪˈdɛl.ɪ.ti/

    noun:

    • 1. The state of being unfaithful to a spouse or romantic partner.
      • Example: Her infidelity shattered their marriage and led to a painful divorce.
    • 2. The act of cheating or being disloyal in a romantic relationship.
      • Example: He struggled to forgive the infidelity that had occurred during their relationship.
    • 3. Lack of fidelity to a moral obligation or duty.
      • Example: The politician's infidelity to his promises cost him the trust of his constituents.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'infidelitas', meaning 'unfaithfulness'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    cheating heart:

    A heart that is unfaithful, particularly in a romantic relationship.

    playing the field:

    Dating multiple people without commitment to any one person.

    two-timer:

    A person who deceives a partner by being romantically involved with another.

    Related Words

    fidelity:

    Faithfulness to a person, cause, or belief demonstrated by continuing loyalty.

    betrayal:

    The action of betraying someone's trust or confidence.

    disloyalty:

    The quality of failing to be loyal to a person or duty.

    Slang Meanings of infidelity

    Meaning: home-wrecker

    Example Sentence: She’s known as a home-wrecker for breaking up marriages.

    Meaning: cheater

    Example Sentence: He’s such a cheater, always sneaking around behind her back.

    Meaning: side piece

    Example Sentence: He has a side piece he meets when he’s out of town.