love match
Definition
Noun: A marriage entered into primarily because of mutual romantic love and affection between the partners, rather than for reasons such as social obligation, family arrangement, or financial convenience.
Usage
This term is used to describe a union where the personal emotional bond is the central reason for marriage. It often contrasts with concepts like "arranged marriage" or "marriage of convenience." - Their story was a true love match, having fallen for each other in college. - In the novel, the heroine defies her family to pursue a love match.
Advanced Usage
- The term can be used historically or sociologically to discuss changing norms in marriage practices.
- The 19th century saw a gradual increase in the social acceptance of the love match.
Variants and Related Words
- Love marriage: A near-synonymous phrase, often used interchangeably.
- Romantic marriage: Emphasizes the romantic foundation.
Synonyms
- Romance-based marriage
- Marriage for love
Antonyms
- Arranged marriage
- Marriage of convenience
- Dynastic marriage
Related Idioms/Phrases
- To marry for love: The verbal phrase describing the action.
- They chose to marry for love despite their families' objections.
Noun
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a marriage for love's sake; not an arranged marriage
