Meaning & Definition of word "Infidelity"

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.