1. a person who suddenly breaks off a romantic relationship, especially an engagement

Examples

• She was known as a jilter who left three men at the altar.
• The jilter disappeared without explanation just weeks before the wedding.
• He became a bitter man after being abandoned by his jilter.
• The novel’s protagonist was portrayed as a cruel jilter who toyed with men’s affections.
• Friends warned him that she had a reputation as a jilter.
• The jilter’s sudden departure left the entire family shocked and confused.