
Adultery
Marital Betrayal
Adultery implies a serious betrayal in a marriage that can damage trust.

When she discovered the adultery, she felt her trust had been shattered.
Legal Relevance
Adultery could have legal consequences in divorce proceedings.

The judge considered the adultery when dividing the couple's assets.
Cultural Variance
Perceptions of adultery vary greatly across different cultures and societies.

In some cultures, adultery is not only a sin but also a crime.
Compare with
AffairBetrayalCheatFidelityFornicateImmoralityPhilanderingPromiscuity
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