infidelitously
|in-fi-del-i-tous-ly|
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/ˌɪnfɪˈdɛlɪtəsli/
(infidelitous)
unfaithful manner
Etymology
Etymology Information
'infidelitously' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'infidelitas,' where 'in-' meant 'not' and 'fidelitas' meant 'faithfulness.'
Historical Evolution
'infidelitas' transformed into the English word 'infidelity,' and eventually became the modern English word 'infidelitous' with the adverbial form 'infidelitously.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'lack of faithfulness,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'in a manner that is unfaithful or disloyal.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
in a manner that is unfaithful or disloyal.
He acted infidelitously, betraying the trust of his closest friends.
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Last updated: 2025/05/22 12:08
