Synonyms of extramarital

extramarital

adjective

ˌek-strə-ˈmer-ə-tᵊl 

as in adulterous

relating to or being a sexual encounter or relationship between a married person and someone other than their spouse

she had several extramarital affairs with coworkers

Synonyms & Similar Words

• adulterous
• extracurricular
• premarital
• two-timing
• adulterine
• promiscuous
• adulterate

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of extramarital

Homer’s hero has extramarital affairs with goddesses Circe and Calypso — the latter of whom traps him and forces him to sleep with her each night for seven years. — Tom Tapp, Deadline, 27 July 2026

Although the extramarital affair made headlines at the time of Schettino’s trial, there was no evidence presented to say that he was distracted as a result of Cemortan’s presence. — Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026

The Blondie singer and Videodrome star was born in Florida, the result of an extramarital affair, and was placed for adoption at three months old. — Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 13 July 2026

Black employed Epstein has a wealth management adviser, but also allegedly confided in him about personal matters, including extramarital affairs that ended in nondisclosure agreements. — Graham Kates, CBS News, 26 June 2026