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cuckold Synonyms

Another word for cuckold

Choosing another word for cuckold depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A man whose wife is sexually unfaithful, often regarded as an object of derision.

Usage Example

"In many Renaissance comedies, the jealous older husband is portrayed as a foolish cornuto."

Strong
cornuto
wittol

• verb (Context 2)

To make a cuckold of a married man by being sexually unfaithful to him or by having an affair with his wife.

Usage Example

"Throughout the play, Othello is tormented by the false belief that his wife has cuckolded him."

Strong
betray
Weak
two-time

• Nearby Words

cubit
cuboid
cucamelon
cuckold
cuckoo
cucumber
cud

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Cuckold. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/cuckold
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