unfaithfully
|un-faith-ful-ly|
B2
/ʌnˈfeɪθfəli/
(unfaithful)
not loyal
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unfaithfully' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'faithful', which comes from Old French 'feith', meaning 'faith'.
Historical Evolution
'faithful' changed from the Old French word 'feith' and eventually became the modern English word 'faithful'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'full of faith or trust', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'not loyal or trustworthy'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is not faithful or loyal.
He acted unfaithfully in his duties.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45