Fornicated: meaning, definitions and examples
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fornicated
[ fɔːrˈnɪkeɪtɪd ]
sexual activity
To fornicate means to engage in sexual intercourse, especially between two people who are not married to each other. It is often used in a legal or religious context to denote sexual relations that occur outside of marriage. This term carries a connotation of immorality or promiscuity in many cultures.
Synonyms
copulate, engage in sex, intercourse, sleep with
Examples of usage
- The couple decided to fornicate despite societal norms.
- She believed they should wait for marriage instead of fornicating.
- Many people choose to fornicate without commitment.
- Fornication is often debated in religious texts.
Translations
Translations of the word "fornicated" in other languages:
🇵🇹 fornicado
🇮🇳 व्यभिचार किया हुआ
🇩🇪 vergangen
🇮🇩 berzina
🇺🇦 блудний
🇵🇱 fornikowany
🇯🇵 姦淫された
🇫🇷 forniqué
🇪🇸 fornicado
🇹🇷 zina yapmış
🇰🇷 간통한
🇸🇦 الزنا
🇨🇿 forniko
🇸🇰 fornikovaný
🇨🇳 通奸的
🇸🇮 fornikal
🇮🇸 fórnkaður
🇰🇿 зинақорлық жасады
🇬🇪 ვნაკრავი
🇦🇿 zinakar
🇲🇽 fornicado
Etymology
The word 'fornicate' comes from the Latin 'fornicari', which means 'to have illicit sexual intercourse'. This Latin term is derived from 'fornix', meaning 'arch' or 'vault', which refers to the arched roofs of brothels in ancient Rome. The term began to take on a moralistic tone in Christian teachings that condemned pre-marital relations. Over time, 'fornication' became associated with sexual immorality. The concept of fornication has been debated throughout history, often linked with societal values surrounding marriage and family. Such discussions have influenced literature, sociology, and legal systems, particularly regarding the implications of sexual behavior outside of marriage.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #41,614, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.