Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

philanderer

noun

/fɪˈlændərər/

Definition

A person, typically a man, who readily or frequently engages in casual or uncommitted romantic relationships, often deceitfully.

Examples

Despite promising to be loyal, he proved to be a philanderer, having affairs with multiple partners.
She decided to end the relationship when she discovered that her boyfriend was a philanderer.
The reputation of a philanderer often leads to distrust and heartache among those involved.

Meaning

A philanderer is someone who is involved in many romantic affairs but does not take them seriously. They often lead others to believe they are sincere, while they are actually just seeking physical pleasure or attention.