matrimonial

/,mætri'mounjəl/

Thân thiện

A couple celebrates their matrimonial anniversary with a small cake.

Definition

Adjective: Of or relating to marriage; marital.

Usage

The adjective "matrimonial" is used to describe anything connected to the institution, state, or bonds of marriage. It is a formal term, often used in legal, official, or ceremonial contexts.

Examples

• They sought matrimonial advice from a counselor.
• The lawyer specializes in matrimonial law.
• Their matrimonial home was filled with happy memories.
• The couple discussed their matrimonial plans.

Advanced Usage

• "Matrimonial agency": A service that helps people find a marriage partner.
• "Matrimonial cause": A legal term for a case or lawsuit concerning marriage, such as divorce.

Variants and Related Words

• Matrimony (noun): The state of being married; marriage.
  • They entered into the holy state of matrimony.
• Pre-matrimonial (adjective): Occurring or existing before marriage.
  • They attended pre-matrimonial counseling.

Synonyms

• Marital: Of or relating to marriage.
• Conjugal: Relating to marriage or the relationship between spouses.
• Nuptial: Of or relating to marriage or a wedding ceremony.

Antonyms

• Non-marital: Not related to marriage.
• Celibate: Abstaining from marriage and sexual relations.

Idioms and Phrases

Note: "Matrimonial" itself is not commonly used in idioms. The related noun "matrimony" appears in the traditional phrase: - "To join in holy matrimony": To get married, especially in a religious ceremony. - The couple was joined in holy matrimony last Saturday.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. of or relating to the state of marriage
   • marital status
   • marital fidelity
   • married bliss

Từ đồng nghĩa

• marital
• married