Infidèle (en. Unfaithful)

/ɛ̃.fi.dɛl/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A person who does not remain faithful in a relationship.
She was betrayed by an infidel.
Elle a été trahie par un infidèle.
A term used in a religious context to refer to those who do not follow the official faith.
They considered the infidels to be enemies.
Ils considéraient les infidèles comme des ennemis.
adjective
Who is not faithful, who deceives.
His unfaithful behavior cost him his relationship.
Son comportement infidèle lui a coûté sa relation.

Etymology

From the Latin 'infidelis', composed of 'in-' (negation) and 'fidelis' (faithful).

Common Phrases and Expressions

unfaithful by nature
Refers to someone who tends to be unfaithful.
infidèle par nature
to demonstrate infidelity
To show disloyal behavior towards someone.
faire preuve d'infidélité
an unfaithful love
A romantic relationship marked by betrayal.
un amour infidèle

Related Words

faithful
Who remains loyal and devoted.
fidèle
betrayal
The act of betraying someone's trust.
trahison
loyal
Who remains faithful and trustworthy.
loyal

Slang Meanings

hardened single
This man is a true hardened single, a serial infidel.
Cet homme est un vrai célibataire endurci, un infidèle en série.
secret lover
He plays the role of a secret lover, always unfaithful.
Il joue le rôle d'amant secret, toujours infidèle.