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unfaithful

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ənˈfeɪθfəɫ// UK //ʌnfˈeɪθfəl// un·faith·ful

adj. having a sexual or romantic relationship with someone who is not your husband, wife, or partner. It can also mean not being loyal to a person, group, or set of beliefs.

adj. engaging in sexual or romantic relations with a person other than one's established partner; failing to remain loyal to a person, organization, or principle.


SIMPLE

He was unfaithful to his wife for many years.

CONTEXTUAL

The politician lost the support of his party after he was found to be unfaithful to their core values.

COMPLEX

The novel explores the psychological toll of being unfaithful, focusing on the protagonist's internal struggle between his personal desires and his commitment to his family.

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Origin

From Middle English unfeithful, equivalent to un- + faithful.

Usage

Typically followed by the preposition 'to' when identifying the person or entity being betrayed.

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