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cad

/kæd/

NOUN

1. A dishonorable, rude, or morally reprehensible man

A man who behaves dishonorably, selfishly, or discourteously, especially toward women; a person regarded as mean, vulgar, deceitful, or lacking in gentlemanly conduct.

1.1. Dishonorable or deceitful man

A man who acts dishonestly, betrays others, breaks promises, or behaves without moral integrity.

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  • She eventually realized that her charming suitor was nothing but a cad who had deceived her.
  • The cad abandoned his responsibilities and left his family without support.
  • Everyone considered him a cad after he betrayed his closest friend for personal gain.

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1.2. Rude, vulgar, or discourteous man

A man who behaves in an ill-mannered, selfish, or socially unacceptable way, showing little respect or consideration for others.

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  • gentleman
  • gentlemanly person
  • polite man
  • courteous man
  • gentleman of honor

Examples

  • Only a cad would insult a guest in front of everyone at the dinner table.
  • His behavior toward the elderly woman revealed him to be a rude and inconsiderate cad.
  • The gentleman refused to associate with a cad who treated others so disrespectfully.

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1.3. Womanizing or unfaithful man

A man who treats women dishonorably, deceives romantic partners, or pursues relationships without sincere intentions or consideration for their feelings.

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  • gentleman
  • faithful man
  • loyal partner
  • honorable suitor

Examples

  • The wealthy cad had a reputation for charming women and abandoning them shortly afterward.
  • She refused to forgive the cad who had repeatedly deceived her about his romantic relationships.
  • The novel portrays a handsome cad whose romantic promises conceal his selfish intentions.

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  • seducer
  • adulterer
  • playboy
  • flirt
  • heartbreaker
  • philanderer
  • infidelity
  • promiscuity