Lothario

Lothario (noun) refers to a man who is amorously and often irresponsibly charming, usually promiscuous and known for seducing women. The term originates from the character Lothario in Nicholas Rowe's 1703 play 'The Fair Penitent,' where he is depicted as a seducer who is ultimately untrustworthy. As a result, Lothario has come to describe any man who engages in numerous romantic conquests without regard for emotional attachments or consequences.

Lothario meaning with examples

• When she discovered that her new boyfriend was a notorious Lothario, she quickly realized she had fallen for someone who was not interested in a serious relationship, but rather in fleeting encounters and charm.
• In the romantic comedy, the protagonist's brother is a classic Lothario, whose flings with multiple women at the same time create chaos and complications for everyone involved.
• Despite his charisma and good looks, many warned her about dating him, insisting that he was nothing more than a Lothario looking to break hearts rather than commit to a partnership.
• The film portrayed him as a Lothario, as he effortlessly charmed women into bed without ever revealing his true, selfish intentions, leaving a wake of broken hearts behind.
• His reputation as a Lothario preceded him, causing women to either be drawn to his confident demeanor or to fear the heartache that would ensue from becoming involved with him.