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

The newlyweds skipped a joint red carpet appearance but enjoyed time together inside the event as they were photographed taking in the action. — Leigh Blickley, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Sep. 2026

The newlyweds are greeted by Travis, 50, and Kourtney, 47, in a red convertible. — Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 14 Sep. 2026

The newlyweds are maximizing their time together amid their busy schedules. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 9 Sep. 2026

Their ambitious film begins as the newlyweds arrive in Baden, where Fyodor’s fame attracts fellow travelers — including rival Russian novelist Ivan Turgenev (Christian Friedel). — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 5 Sep. 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