Synonyms of spouses

spouses

noun

plural of spouse

as in partners

the person to whom another is married

employees and their spouses are covered by the health plan

Synonyms & Similar Words

• partners
• husbands
• wives
• mates
• consorts
• significant others
• brides
• better halves
• soul mates
• grooms
• bridegrooms
• domestic partners
• men
• hubbies
• ladies
• old men
• helpmates
• misters
• helpmeets

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• singles
• exes
• bachelors
• maids
• maidens
• spinsters
• bachelorettes

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of spouses

Kennus said his advice for spouses, especially husbands who are in a similar situation, is that communication is very important during the good and bad days and their issues need to take a backseat to their wife’s condition. — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 July 2026

Neither is their spouses' income, which in the case of the chief justice, for instance, likely far exceeds his take-home pay. — Nina Totenberg, NPR, 8 July 2026

Only members have the right to attend open board meetings under the Open Meeting Act, but what about the owner’s tenants, non-owner spouses, attorneys, children or service providers? — Kelly G. Richardson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 July 2026

The consumer spending was a sign that women were spending on themselves and their own interests—not just on their spouses and families. — Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 6 July 2026

The plus-ones are usually spouses or partners, but not always. — Nick Miller, New York Times, 4 July 2026

The share of adults ages 25-34 who were homeowners (heads of household or their spouses) dwindled from 40% in 2005 to 29% in 2024, according to research by the Urban Institute, based on census data. — Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 3 July 2026

At the most basic level, a prenup is a contract would-be spouses sign before getting hitched. — Victoria Bekiempis, Vulture, 1 July 2026

Officials are not required to report the net worth or income of spouses. — Cbs Miami Team, CBS News, 1 July 2026