disloyalty
/dɪsˈlɔɪ.(j)əɫ.ti/
Meanings
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noun
The act of not being loyal to a person, country, cause, or duty.
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adjective
The quality or state of being disloyal.
Rhymes
Words rhyming with disloyaltybetrayal , strayal , obstruction
Variants
List of all variants of disloyalty that leads to same resultdisloyalties , disloyalty
Forms
Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).disloyalties, disloyal, disloyalty's
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From the Old French desloyalte, from des- 'apart, away' + loyalte 'loyalty'.
Trivia
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Disloyalty is often depicted in literature as a major theme in works such as Shakespeare's 'Julius Caesar' and Dostoevsky's 'The Brothers Karamazov'.
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The term 'disloyalty' was first used in English in the 14th century.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
Betrayal: The act of betraying a trust or violating a loyalty.
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Treachery: The act of betraying someone or something, especially by deceit or unfaithfulness.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.Disloyalty is often depicted in literature and art as a negative trait, representing betrayal, treachery, and unfaithfulness. It can lead to devastating consequences in personal relationships, as well as in larger contexts such as politics and war.
How to Memorize "disloyalty"
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visualize
- Imagine a person breaking a promise or going against their word. Visualize the disappointment and hurt that results from disloyalty.
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associate
- Associate the word 'disloyalty' with the image of a broken heart or a shattered trust.
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mnemonics
- Use the mnemonic 'Disloyalty Destroys Trust' to remember the meaning of the word.
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