What is another word for bluebeard?
Pronunciation: [blˈuːbi͡əd] (IPA) 
Bluebeard is a term that is closely associated with the French folktale, depicting a wealthy man who marries and then kills his wives. It is a term that has become synonymous with a womanizer, a philanderer, or someone who is untrustworthy. There are several alternatives to the term Bluebeard, which include rake, libertine, roue, and Lothario. These terms all describe a man who has been notorious for his infidelity, womanizing, and often involves murder or violence. While Bluebeard remains the most widely recognized term for such a character, these synonyms offer an interesting insight into the cultural roots of feminine anxieties about marriage and domesticity.
