Meaning & Definition of word "Philanderer"

Philanderer

/fɪˈlændərər/

1. A person who engages in casual love affairs, often without any serious emotional attachment.
- Example: He was known as a philanderer, never committing to any of his relationships.
2. A man who is unfaithful to his partner.
- Example: She discovered her husband was a philanderer, and it shattered her trust.
3. A womanizer; a man who tries to win the affection of women in a flirtatious or insincere manner.
- Example: Despite his charm, everyone knew he was just a philanderer, hopping from one woman to the next.
4. Someone who is frivolous in romantic relationships.
- Example: The novel portrays him as a philanderer who struggles to find true love due to his carefree attitude.

●From the Greek 'philandros', meaning 'fond of man'.

part-time lover:

A lover who is not committed, often involved in multiple relationships.

love rat:

A person who cheats on their partner.

serial dater:

Someone who often dates multiple people casually.

infidelity:

The action or state of being unfaithful to a spouse or partner.

womanizer:

A man who pursues many casual sexual relationships with women.

temptress:

A woman who tempts someone to engage in immoral or illicit behavior.

Meaning: player

● Example Sentence: He's such a player, always flirting with girls.

Meaning: smooth talker

● Example Sentence: He’s a smooth talker, making every girl feel special.