Infidelity: meaning, definitions and examples
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infidelity
[ ˌɪn.fɪˈdel.ə.ti ]
in relationships
The action or state of being unfaithful to a spouse or partner; disloyalty, betrayal.
Synonyms
betrayal, treachery, unfaithfulness
Examples of usage
- He was devastated when he discovered her infidelity.
- Infidelity can lead to the breakdown of a marriage.
- She couldn't forgive him for his infidelity.
in religion
The action or state of being unfaithful to a religious belief or doctrine; heresy, apostasy.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The community viewed his new beliefs as infidelity to the church.
- Infidelity to the teachings of the faith was strongly condemned.
- Her actions were seen as a form of infidelity towards the religion.
Translations
Translations of the word "infidelity" in other languages:
🇵🇹 infidelidade
🇮🇳 विवाहेतर संबंध
🇩🇪 Untreue
🇮🇩 perselingkuhan
🇺🇦 невірність
🇵🇱 niewierność
🇯🇵 不貞
🇫🇷 infidélité
🇪🇸 infidelidad
🇹🇷 sadakatsizlik
🇰🇷 불륜
🇸🇦 خيانة
🇨🇿 nevěra
🇸🇰 nevera
🇨🇳 不忠
🇸🇮 nezvestoba
🇮🇸 ótryggð
🇰🇿 опасыздық
🇬🇪 ღალატი
🇦🇿 xəyanət
🇲🇽 infidelidad
Etymology
The word 'infidelity' originated from the Latin word 'infidelitas', which means 'unfaithfulness'. It has been used in English since the 15th century. The concept of infidelity has been a topic of discussion and moral debate throughout history, reflecting societal norms and values regarding loyalty and betrayal in relationships and religious beliefs.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #15,720, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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