Synonyms for Unfaithful
Definition of unfaithful
- not true to duty or obligation or promises; "an unfaithful lover"
- having sexual relations with someone other than your husband or wife, or your boyfriend or girlfriend; "her husband was unfaithful"
- having the character of, or characteristic of, a traitor; "the faithless Benedict Arnold"; "a lying traitorous insurrectionist"
10 synonyms found
Writing tips for "unfaithful"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like adulterous, apostate, disloyal can replace "unfaithful" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 10 alternatives available, "unfaithful" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Unfaithful" in song lyrics
See how unfaithful is used in real songs:
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"tell true love come at funny times as do the unfaithful"
Calvin Crabtree — Let Me Tell You About My New Love -
"Be acting like you so unfaithful"
Freeway f/ 50 Cent — Take it to the Top -
"He though of this her reward for being unfaithful"
Soul Position — No Excuse for Loving
