unfaithful
Unfaithful (adj) means not sexually loyal to a partner; cheating. Example: “He was unfaithful to his wife for years before she found out.”
How to use unfaithful
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishNot loyal, especially to a partner or a cause — or, of a translation, not true to the original.
Word forms
more unfaithful comparative, most unfaithful superlative
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Etymology
From Middle English unfeithful — simply un- (\"not\") added to faithful.
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Rhymes for unfaithful
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What is the meaning of unfaithful?
"unfaithful" (adj) means not sexually loyal to a partner; cheating.
What is another word for unfaithful?
Other words for "unfaithful" include nonfaithful.
What are the different meanings of unfaithful?
"unfaithful" has 3 main meanings: 1. Not sexually loyal to a partner; cheating; 2. Not staying loyal to a person, cause, or duty; 3. Not accurately representing the original, especially in a translation.
How do you use unfaithful in a sentence?
Example: "He was unfaithful to his wife for years before she found out."