Definition

Relating to or resulting from a relationship that is not legally recognized, often involving infidelity. It can also describe something that is false or not genuine.

Example

The adulterine child faced societal stigma due to the circumstances of their birth.

Conversation

Did you hear about the adulterine child in that movie we watched?

Yeah, it was such a surprising twist in the plot!

I can't believe how they portrayed the challenges of being adulterine.

Absolutely, it added a lot of depth to the character's journey.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Adulterine is formed from "adulter" (from Latin "adulterare", meaning to corrupt or to make impure) and the suffix "-ine" (meaning of or relating to). The word refers to something that is related to or characteristic of adultery, implying a sense of corruption or impurity in a relationship.

Memory Tip

Think of 'adulter' meaning to corrupt or make impure, and remember that 'adulterine' relates to the characteristics of such corruption in relationships.

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