matrimonial

mat·ri·mo·nial

adj \ˌma-trə-ˈmō-nē-əl, -nyəl\

Definition of MATRIMONIAL

: of or relating to marriage, the married state, or married persons

— mat·ri·mo·nial·ly adverb

Examples of MATRIMONIAL

1. <she plans to focus on matrimonial concerns after she's established in her career>

First Known Use of MATRIMONIAL

15th century

Related to MATRIMONIAL

Synonyms: conjugal, connubial, married, marital, nuptial, wedded

Antonyms: nonmarital

Related Words: espoused, matched, mated; bridal, prenuptial; spousal, wifely; affianced, betrothed, committed, engaged, pledged, promised

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Rhymes with MATRIMONIAL

antimonial, ceremonial, Dutch Colonial, patrimonial, testimonial