Philanderer
noun
A man who likes to have romantic or sexual relationships with many different women.
He is known as a notorious philanderer with numerous betrayed lovers in his past.
Often appears as...
- notorious philanderer
- known philanderer
Usage tips
Disapproving
noun
A man who likes to have romantic or sexual relationships with many different women.
He is known as a notorious philanderer with numerous betrayed lovers in his past.
Often appears as...
- notorious philanderer
- known philanderer
Usage tips
Disapproving
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
The word 'philanderer' often carries a negative judgment and implies disapproval of this behavior.
His colleagues referred to him as a philanderer, disapproving of his actions.
Pro Tip 2/3Gender-Specific
'Philanderer' is used specifically for men, not women.
Despite his charm, many knew him as a philanderer.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Impact
Using 'philanderer' can evoke feelings of betrayal or disappointment in the context of relationships.
She was heartbroken to discover she'd been dating a philanderer.
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
The word 'philanderer' often carries a negative judgment and implies disapproval of this behavior.
His colleagues referred to him as a philanderer, disapproving of his actions.
Pro Tip 2/3Gender-Specific
'Philanderer' is used specifically for men, not women.
Despite his charm, many knew him as a philanderer.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Impact
Using 'philanderer' can evoke feelings of betrayal or disappointment in the context of relationships.
She was heartbroken to discover she'd been dating a philanderer.
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
The word 'philanderer' often carries a negative judgment and implies disapproval of this behavior.
His colleagues referred to him as a philanderer, disapproving of his actions.
Pro Tip 2/3Gender-Specific
'Philanderer' is used specifically for men, not women.
Despite his charm, many knew him as a philanderer.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Impact
Using 'philanderer' can evoke feelings of betrayal or disappointment in the context of relationships.
She was heartbroken to discover she'd been dating a philanderer.
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Video examples
The myth of Arachne -...
Her tapestry showed the gods abusing their squabbling amongst themselves, drinking and bragging, and meddling in the lives of mortals. She represented Zeus as a philanderer, transfiguring himself to ensnare a swan for Leda,
Video examples
The myth of Arachne -...
Her tapestry showed the gods abusing their squabbling amongst themselves, drinking and bragging, and meddling in the lives of mortals. She represented Zeus as a philanderer, transfiguring himself to ensnare a swan for Leda,
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Quote examples
John Dickerson
American Journalist
Politicians have done some grim things in pursuit of the office. President Franklin Roosevelt was a philanderer; nevertheless, he pushed aides to use his opponent Wendell Wilkie's affairs to hurt him. He even tutored aides on how to spread rumors without getting caught.
Quote examples
John Dickerson
American Journalist
Politicians have done some grim things in pursuit of the office. President Franklin Roosevelt was a philanderer; nevertheless, he pushed aides to use his opponent Wendell Wilkie's affairs to hurt him. He even tutored aides on how to spread rumors without getting caught.
Example 1 of 1
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