better half

noun

: spouse

Synonyms of better half

• significant other
• partner
• spouse
• husband

Examples of better half in a Sentence

Please come to our party—and your better half is invited, too!

“Allow me to introduce you to my better half, Joan”

Recent Examples on the Web

Actors from hit shows such as The Pitt, Shrinking, The Bear, Pluribus took the opportunity to dress to nines and head for a fun night out with their better halves by their side. — Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 14 Sep. 2026

Pierce is also grateful to Raising Kanan creator/showrunner Sascha Penn for being able to work alongside his real-life better half. — Ronda Racha Penrice, HollywoodReporter, 31 July 2026

My better half is this and more! — Ticked Off, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Apr. 2026

Chalamet contrasted his better half in an all-white custom Givenchy by Sarah Burton suit. — Christina Perrier, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1586, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for better half

• autograph
• biograph
• cenotaph
• chronograph
• epigraph
• epitaph
• hodograph
• holograph
• hydrograph
• lithograph
• micrograph
• monograph

Kids Definition

better half

noun

: spouse