Definitions
- Referring to a married person having sexual relations with someone other than their spouse. - Talking about a violation of the marriage contract or commitment. - Describing an act that is considered immoral or unethical in many cultures and religions.
- Referring to a breach of trust or faithfulness in a romantic relationship. - Talking about a violation of the agreed-upon terms of a relationship. - Describing an act that can cause emotional pain, betrayal, and damage to a relationship.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to a breach of trust or commitment in a romantic relationship.
- 2Both words involve a violation of the agreed-upon terms of a relationship.
- 3Both words can cause emotional pain, betrayal, and damage to a relationship.
- 4Both words are considered immoral or unethical in many cultures and religions.
What is the difference?
- 1Scope: Adultery specifically refers to a married person having sexual relations with someone other than their spouse, while infidelity can refer to any breach of trust or faithfulness in a romantic relationship.
- 2Legal implications: Adultery can have legal consequences in some countries, while infidelity does not necessarily have legal implications.
- 3Gender connotation: Adultery is often associated with men, while infidelity can be used for both men and women.
- 4Emphasis: Adultery emphasizes the sexual aspect of the betrayal, while infidelity can encompass emotional affairs, secret communication, and other forms of betrayal.
- 5Formality: Adultery is more formal and legalistic, while infidelity is more colloquial and emotional.
Remember this!
Adultery and infidelity are synonyms that refer to a breach of trust or commitment in a romantic relationship. However, adultery specifically refers to a married person having sexual relations with someone other than their spouse, while infidelity can encompass any form of betrayal. Additionally, adultery is more formal and legalistic, while infidelity is more colloquial and emotional.
