How Do You Spell ADULTERIES?

Pronunciation: [ɐdˈʌltəɹiz] (IPA)

The word "adulteries" is spelled with a long "e" sound at the end, despite the fact that the letter "i" is present. This is due to the influence of the letter "r" on the vowel sound that precedes it. In IPA phonetic transcription, the word is spelled /əˈdʌl.tɛr.iz/, with the stress on the second syllable. The "t" and "r" sounds are both pronounced separately and distinctly. "Adulteries" is the plural form of "adultery", which refers to the act of being unfaithful to one's spouse.

ADULTERIES Meaning and Definition

1. Adulteries refer to plural forms of the noun "adultery". Adultery is a term that is primarily used in the context of marital relationships and refers to the act of engaging in a sexual relationship with someone who is not one's spouse, while oneself being married.

   Adultery is considered a breach of faithfulness, trust, and commitment within a marriage or committed relationship. It often involves a violation of the agreement of exclusivity and loyalty that is typically expected and assumed between married partners. The act of adultery entails engaging in sexual relations with someone other than one's legally recognized partner or spouse, thereby betraying the marital bond.

   Adultery is often seen as a moral and ethical transgression in many societies and cultures across the world, and it can have severe consequences, both personally and legally. It can lead to emotional distress, broken relationships, and even the dissolution of a marriage. Furthermore, many legal systems also regard adultery as a grounds for divorce or compensatory claims.

   Historically, adultery has been condemned and prohibited in various religious and cultural traditions, often associated with religious teachings and codes of conduct. The term "adulteries" serves as a plural form of this noun, implying multiple instances or cases of adultery.

Common Misspellings for ADULTERIES

• adulterist
• adulters
• adulterier
• adulterors
• adulteras
• adulties
• adulterien
• aduleries
• addulteries
• Adulterios
• poulteries
• adultenes
• adultrees

Etymology of ADULTERIES

The word "adulteries" is derived from the noun "adultery". The term "adultery" can be traced back to the Old French word "avoutrie" which was derived from the Latin word "adulterium". In Latin, "adulterium" was a combination of "ad-" meaning "to" or "towards" and "alter" meaning "other" or "another". Hence, "adulterium" referred to the act of a married person having sexual relations with someone other than their spouse. Over time, the term "adultery" was adapted and passed into various languages, including English, with its current spelling and meaning.