nuptial

adjective nup·tial \ ˈnəp-shəl , -chəl , nonstandard -shə-wəl , nonstandard -chə-wəl \

|Updated on: 9 Aug 2018

Examples: nuptial in a Sentence

Definition of nuptial

1 : of or relating to marriage or the marriage ceremony

nuptial vows

nuptial bliss

2 : characteristic of or occurring in the breeding season

nuptial flight

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Examples of nuptial in a Sentence

newlyweds still in a state of nuptial bliss

Recent Examples of nuptial from the Web

Some placating was definitely in order: the same emissaries sent to inform the Hungarian crown of their adorable new family member were also tasked with negotiating Joanna’s way out of certain clauses in her nuptial treaty.

— anne thériault, Longreads, "Queens of Infamy: Joanna of Naples," 3 July 2018
While over 600 guests were invited to the couple's post-nuptial luncheon, their evening party at Frogmore house was much smaller, with around 200 guests invited, including famous friends like Serena Williams, Amal Clooney, and Priyanka Chopra.

— amy mackelden, Harper's BAZAAR, "Rumors From Inside the Royal Wedding Party: From Harry and Meghan's First Dance to Prince William's Naughty Speech," 20 May 2018
The nuptial couple couldn't stop being sweet to each other.

— aj willingham, CNN, "Every romantic, emotional moment from one heck of a royal wedding," 19 May 2018
The understated fashions at Saturday’s royal wedding between Meghan Markle and Prince Harry served as perfectly tailored nods to British nuptial tradition, yes.

— elizabeth wellington, Philly.com, "Royal wedding style: Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's nuptials were beautiful and authentic | Elizabeth Wellington," 19 May 2018
Video footage from BBC News shows Prince Harry and Prince William taking a break from nuptial preparations with a light stroll.

— emily wang, Glamour, "Watch Prince Harry and Prince William Greet Fans With a Surprise, Pre-Wedding Stroll," 18 May 2018
And her latest nuptial takeover might be the most extra yet.

— christopher rosa, Glamour, "Taylor Swift’s Wedding Gift to This Fan Is So Good, I Might Propose to a Stranger," 20 Mar. 2018
Pre-nuptial agreements are not legally binding — though they are sometimes upheld — and Britain follows common law, in which judicial rulings and legal precedents help decide a case, rather than ordinances and statutes.

— tara john/london, Time, "How Britain's 'Diva of Divorce' Wins Bumper Payouts for Spouses of the Super-Rich," 15 Mar. 2018
At least one of his ex-wives, Ivana, signed a post-nuptial contract that contained a silencing clause.

— nina burleigh, Newsweek, "Trump vs. Mueller: Is the American Legal System Any Match for the President?," 8 Mar. 2018

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Origin and Etymology of nuptial

Latin nuptialis, from nuptiae, plural, wedding, from nubere to marry; perhaps akin to Greek nymphē bride, nymph

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First Known Use: 15th century

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nuptial Synonyms

nuptial

noun

Definition of nuptial

: marriage, wedding —usually used in plural

… preparations were instantly commenced for the approaching nuptials.
—W. H. Prescott

Examples of nuptial in a Sentence

their nuptials will take place at the university chapel

Recent Examples of nuptial from the Web

Last month, Meghan made an appearance at the nuptials of Princess Diana’s niece Celia McCorquodale wearing a white long-sleeve Oscar de la Renta dress decorated with a cornflower blue floral toile print.

— jillian ruffo, PEOPLE.com, "Selena Gomez Borrows from Meghan Markle's Wardrobe in the Sexy Version of Her Wedding Guest Dress," 2 July 2018
The nuptials of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, who is now officially Her Royal Highness The Duchess Of Sussex, however, were a look at what kind of feminist, racial barrier-breaking beauty can be created through love, compassion, and a Black choir.

— refinery29.com, "What The Handmaid's Tale Could Learn From Meghan Markle's Wedding Vows," 6 June 2018
The fairy-tale nuptials of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, now the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, was also a huge ratings draw.

— Fox News, "President Trump demands probe of campaign 'spy'," 22 May 2018
As royal wedding mania dwindled in the hours following the nuptials of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle -- now the Duke and Duchess of Sussex -- Saturday Night Live put its own spin on the union across the pond.

— allison crist, Billboard, "'SNL': Mikey Day Introduces Guests at Royal Wedding Reception as Prince Harry," 20 May 2018
Viewing areas were set up with big screens so visitors could watch the nuptials, which were due to begin at noon local time (7 a.m. ET) in St. George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle.

— NBC News, "Royal wedding: Meghan Markle, Prince Harry to wed in Windsor," 19 May 2018
The mother of the bride, Doria Ragland, watched the nuptials in an understated hat and light green suit.

— leanne italie, BostonGlobe.com, "It was all about well-plumed hats for the wedding," 19 May 2018
Anyone wishing sip tea and nibble scones while watching the nuptials live will have to boil the kettle early.

— suzanne baker, Naperville Sun, "Set the alarm early for live royal wedding watch parties in Naperville," 16 May 2018
Sure, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry might have kept their wedding invite list to about 600, but there are many ways to watch the nuptials on May 19.

— hannah steinkopf-frank, RedEye Chicago, "Where to celebrate the royal wedding in Chicago," 14 May 2018