13 Signs Someone's A Cheater

Forget about the clichés and obvious signs — let's just chuck them out the window. Because unless your partner is really bad at cheating, you won't get mysterious phone calls from "wrong numbers" or find someone else's underwear between your couch cushions. If they're that dumb, you've already got all the signs you need. This list is geared more to the sly fox — the person who thinks they're too clever to be caught.

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Suddenly keeping track of your whereabouts becomes very important to them. If someone's cheating, time management is key, so they'll want to know where you are and how long you'll be out. Maybe they'll get a chance to sneak away for a moment?

They claim they have to stay up late to get some work done. Or they're just going to play a game on the computer. Or watch a movie on Netflix. No matter the story, it could just be an excuse to have private time on their phone or computer without your eyes watching over them. They might even spend the night on the couch.

Is your partner suddenly wearing a new scent? If they've been using the same perfume or cologne for years, this could be a big tell. Chances are, the new person in their life has told them what scent they like, so they made a change.

5. They disappear for long periods of time

This one is more obvious, but some people are good at explaining things away. Did they say they were at the mall for two hours, just wandering by themselves? Or just felt like a quiet drink on their own?  Whatever the excuse, there's a good chance you won't be able to fact-check their story.

6. Changing everyday routines and rituals

Most people are creatures of habit, so when a longtime pattern gets broken you should pay attention. It could be a sign they're rearranging their life to make room for somebody new.

7. Paying more attention to their appearance

Notice a lot of new clothes or a drastic change of hairstyle? Are they spending more time than usual on their personal hygiene and grooming? Maybe they've suddenly decided to work out more and get into better shape? All signs of trying to please someone new. 

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8. New lingo

Have they suddenly picked up a bunch of phrases and expressions that you've never heard? New viewpoints or opinions that seem foreign to you? It can happen when you spend a lot of time with new people and new personalities. You unknowingly start to mimic them.

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9. The guilt and nerves start getting to them

Look for changes in their behaviour. Guilt can eat away at people and result in physical symptoms. This can be anything from not eating as much, insomnia, or feeling depressed.

10. They suddenly have a busy social life

Are you having trouble scheduling a time to be together? Does it seem like they always have unbreakable plans with somebody that's not you? Or your plans fall apart at the last minute? These are all signs that their social calendar is being booked up by someone they don't want you to meet.

11. More interest in sex?

A new love interest can often rev up someone's sex drive. Plus it's an easy way to explain why they bought so many condoms or started taking birth control pills again.

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12. The blank stare

Do you ever ask them a question and they just stare back at you? Or take a long time to answer? Pretend they didn't hear you when you know they did? This could mean that they're stalling for time. Cheaters always worry about getting caught in a lie, so if they don't answer you right away or they somehow deflect your questions, it could mean the wheels are turning in their brain.

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13. Your gut instinct

People have instincts for a reason — so trust them! If you truly think your partner is cheating or something fishy is going on, you're probably right. Maybe they haven't started a full-blown affair yet, or maybe some aspect of your relationship just needs to be fixed. Either way, your gut feelings are usually a good indicator that something is wrong