adultery (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /əˈdʌltri/
Definition
Voluntary sexual intercourse between a married person and someone who is not their spouse.
Examples
The legal definition of adultery varies by state.
He was accused of adultery by his estranged wife.
The novel explores themes of betrayal and adultery.
How to Use adultery
- commit adultery (collocation)
- To engage in adultery. — "He was caught trying to commit adultery."
- accused of adultery (prepositional phrase)
- To be formally charged with the act of adultery. — "She was accused of adultery in the divorce proceedings."
Synonyms of adultery
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Antonyms of adultery
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