What is another word for cuckold?

Pronunciation: [kˈʌkə͡ʊld] (IPA)

Cuckold is a term that refers to a man whose wife is unfaithful to him. There are several synonyms for this word that can be used in different contexts. One of the most common synonyms for cuckold is "betrayed husband." Other synonyms include "adulterated," "cheated," "betrayed," "duped," and "conned." These words all have a similar meaning to cuckold and can be used in place of the word in various situations. It is essential to choose the right synonym according to the context and the tone of the sentence to avoid confusion and convey the intended meaning accurately.

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Usage examples for Cuckold

Behold her better; yonder goeth a cuckold.
"A Select Collection of Old English Plays, Volume I."
R. Dodsley
Thinkest thou that I am a cuckold?
"A Select Collection of Old English Plays, Volume I."
R. Dodsley
Quoth the Lackpenny, "Thou liest, O accursed son of a cuckold!"
"Supplemental Nights, Volume 1"
Richard F. Burton

Famous quotes with Cuckold

  • He's a fool that marries, but he's a greater that does not marry a fool; what is wit in a wife good for, but to make a man a cuckold?
    William Wycherley
  • He's a fool that marries, but he's a greater that does not marry a fool; what is wit in a wife good for, but to make a man a cuckold?
    William Wycherley
  • "Am I reading too much into all that innuendo, or did you in fact just connive to assassinate Gregor in one breath, offer to cuckold him in the next, accuse your father of homosexuality, suggest a patricidal plot against him, and league yourself with Cavilo -- what are you going to do for an encore?" "Depends on the straight lines."
    Lois McMaster Bujold
  • Rosemary’s reputation was known; he would, by obscure logic, become retrospectively a cuckold.
    Anthony Burgess

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