disloyal

Meanings

• adjective

  Showing disregard for one's duty or allegiance; unfaithful.

  - "The soldier was deemed disloyal after he deserted during battle."
  - "His disloyal actions led to the downfall of the company."

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Synonyms

faithless , perfidious , treacherous , unfaithful , unloyal

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Rhymes

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dishonor , royal , loyal , voileau

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Variants

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disloyal , disloyally

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Etymology

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Originally meaning 'unfaithful to a lord,' disloyal comes from the Old French desloial, meaning 'unfaithful,' which is derived from des- 'apart' and loyal 'loyal'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'disloyal' is often used in the context of politics and war. For example, during the English Civil War, anyone who refused to support the king was considered disloyal.

2. In some cultures, disloyalty is seen as a virtue in certain situations. For example, in Japan, the concept of 'giri' requires individuals to fulfill their debts of loyalty, even if it means disloyalty to themselves or their own interests.

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Related Concepts

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1. betrayal: The act of disloyalty, often involving a breach of trust or a violation of duty.

2. treason: Disloyalty to one's country, often involving an act of sabotage or an attempt to overthrow the government.

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Culture

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Disloyalty is a common theme in literature, particularly in works that explore themes of betrayal, loyalty, and trust. For example, Shakespeare's play 'Julius Caesar' explores the concept of disloyalty in the context of political betrayal.

How to Memorize "disloyal"

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   - To remember the meaning of disloyal, you could associate it with the word 'dishonor,' which shares a similar meaning.

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