betroth

verb

Definition of betrothnext
as in to propose

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Recent Examples of betroth The whole conflict was triggered when the Mad King’s son, Rhaegar Targaryen (Wilf Scolding), seemingly abducted Lyanna Stark (Aisling Franciosi), who was betrothed to Robert Baratheon. — Ryan Brennan april 3, Charlotte Observer, 3 Apr. 2026 The conflict was triggered when the Mad King’s son, Rhaegar Targaryen (Wilf Scolding), seemingly abducted Lyanna Stark (Aisling Franciosi), who was betrothed to Robert Baratheon. — Ryan Brennan april 3, Sacbee.com, 3 Apr. 2026 Although they were betrothed at a young age, five years lapsed before the couple married. — Gitanjali Roy, Encyclopedia Britannica, 5 Mar. 2026 After being whisked away on honeymoons with their newly betrothed, the couples spend three weeks counting down to decision day at the altar. — Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 1 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for betroth
Recent Examples of Synonyms for betroth
  1. propose
  2. promise
  3. affiance
  4. pledge
  5. commit
  6. engage
  7. marry
Verb
  • Johnathan Duncan, who represents the 6th Council District and previously served as a community organizer for KC Tenants, proposed the ordinance.
    — Dylan Lysen, Kansas City Star, 25 July 2026
  • Paramount is expected to ask for a November trial, while the state attorney generals are proposing a 2027 start date.
    — Rick Ellis, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026
Definition of propose
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  • By 2009, with lavish pension benefits promised but unpaid, CalPERS had $115 billion in debt.
    — Zachary Christensen, Oc Register, 24 July 2026
  • Local officials have expressed concern that the Games will not bring the economic impact organizers have promised — somewhere in the $13-18 billion range.
    — Barry Svrluga, New York Times, 24 July 2026
Definition of promise
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  • The two got engaged in 2014 and have remained affianced since.
    — Stephanie Sengwe, Peoplemag, 5 May 2023
  • Alexandra Crotin, a rep for Stone, later confirmed to USA TODAY the actress and writer are now affianced.
    — Charles Trepany, USA TODAY, 5 Dec. 2019
Definition of affiance
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  • Trump pledged to lower costs, but his tariffs and the war in Iran have instead helped to increase prices.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 22 July 2026
  • The government, however, pledged to spend $5 billion on promoting artificial intelligence in science.
    — Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 22 July 2026
Definition of pledge
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  • Rework the schedule, confirm the details, and choose the lesson worth committing to.
    — Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 26 July 2026
  • Engineers and policymakers have to study the benefits and feasibility before committing taxpayer cash and efforts.
    — Doug Turnbull, AJC.com, 26 July 2026
Definition of commit
Verb
  • While many brands, from Marc Jacobs to the WWE, are currently testing the microdrama waters to engage consumers in new ways, The Daily Show appears to be distinguishing itself by tapping into the format’s comedic possibilities.
    — Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 21 July 2026
  • Air defenses may have to detect, track, prioritize, and engage dozens of incoming objects at once.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 21 July 2026
Definition of engage
Verb
  • Eurydice and Orpheus can be cute, and Noblezada and Carney, who have been in a relationship since the original production and married last year, don’t necessarily lack in chemistry.
    — Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 22 July 2026
  • George’s arrival was celebrated with gun salutes, and bells at Westminster Abbey—where William and Kate had married over two years prior on April 29, 2011—tolled continuously for three hours in celebration of the future king’s arrival.
    — Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 22 July 2026
Definition of marry

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“Betroth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/betroth. Accessed 30 Jul. 2026.

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