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nuptial

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noun

as in wedding
usually nuptials plural a ceremony in which two people are united in matrimony their nuptials will take place at the university chapel

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Recent Examples of nuptial
Adjective
Glittering nuptial celebrations are growing domestically, those in the industry say. Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 21 May 2026 Grace’s second ring entered the picture after the couple got engaged, and it’s widely debated whether it was planned or a more spontaneous addition to her nuptial jewels. Alyssa Modos, PEOPLE, 7 May 2026
Noun
Beckham was noticeably absent from Mel C’s intimate nuptials to Australian model Chris Dingwall last month. Marina Watts, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Aug. 2026 The tech magnate and journalist have reportedly invited about 200 guests to their multi-million dollar nuptials in the Italian city, which are expected to kick off on June 26 and end Saturday with a ceremony at a secret location. Darren Cooper, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for nuptial
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nuptial
Adjective
  • The rare interview comes a few months after reports of marital strife between Edo and Beatrice, 37, who tied the knot in 2020.
    Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 7 Aug. 2026
  • The bottom line Most married couples don’t think about marital property until a major life event forces the issue.
    Miranda Marquit, Encyclopedia Britannica, 4 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • There are also six event space options well-suited for business meetings, weddings, and parties.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026
  • The Wedding Extravaganza The Wedding Extravaganza features wedding vendors, exclusive deals and prizes such as a tropical honeymoon and a custom wedding cake.
    Mary Caldwell, AJC.com, 11 Aug. 2026

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“Nuptial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nuptial. Accessed 12 Aug. 2026.

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