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faithless (adjective)

Not staying true to promises, vows, or allegiances; disloyal or unreliable. It can also describe a person who lacks religious belief or conviction.

💬 Example

"The novel tells the story of a faithless lover who leaves his fiancé at the altar."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'Faith' + 'Less'. If you have 'less' faith, you are 'faithless'. You have zero loyalty left.

🏛️ Origin

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'faithless' for a cheating husband. → Using 'unfaithful'.

Saying 'He is faithless of his promise.' → Saying 'He is faithless to his promise.'