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adultery

nounmasculineformalcommon/ɐ.duɫ.tɨ.ˈɾi.u/a·dul·té·ri·o

Definition

Voluntary sexual intercourse between a married person and someone who is not their spouse, considered a breach of marital fidelity.

“In some cultures, adultery is considered a serious crime.”

“The novel explores the themes of love, marriage, and adultery.”

commit adulteryaccused of adultery