newlywed

noun

new·​ly·​wed ˈnü-lē-ˌwed 

ˈnyü-

: a person recently married

Examples of newlywed in a Sentence

They took pictures of the happy newlyweds.

Recent Examples on the Web

Private infinity pool suites, destination dining experiences, and transformative spa rituals allow newlyweds to transition seamlessly from celebration to complete relaxation. — Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

Two British newlyweds, Alexander Cromie, 31, and Marie Ebert, 30, were traveling from the Greek mainland to the island of Sifnos and had elected to splurge on bespoke travel by helicopter. — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2026

You guys are so stunning 😍😍 So sad to not be there but cannot wait to celebrate the beautiful newlyweds! — Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 19 Aug. 2026

The newlyweds announced another pregnancy one month later and welcomed their third baby, son Livingston, in December 2012. — Emma Banks, InStyle, 19 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1593, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for newlywed

• abovesaid
• aforesaid
• arrowhead
• casinghead
• copperhead
• figurehead
• fountainhead
• gingerbread
• hammerhead
• infrared
• leatherhead
• letterhead

Kids Definition

newlywed

noun

new·​ly·​wed ˈn(y)ü-lē-ˌwed 

: a person recently married