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Marital

Verb / ˈmerʌtʌl / Another word for marital — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Relating to marriage or the relationship of a married couple.

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Common collocations

  • marital status
  • marital bliss
  • marital problems
  • marital home
  • marital rights
  • marital discord
  • marital union

Word family

adjective marital

Usage note

Refers specifically to the state of being married. Often used in legal or formal contexts, such as 'marital status'.

Example sentences

  1. The couple attended counseling to work on their marital issues.
  2. Marital happiness is important for a long-lasting relationship.
  3. The marital vow is a promise to love and cherish each other.
  4. Marital disputes can sometimes be resolved with effective communication.
  5. The couple struggled with their marital problems for years before seeking help.

Quotes

  • Marriage is an act of will that signifies and involves a mutual gift, which unites the spouses and binds them to their eventual souls, with whom they make up a sole family - a domestic church. - St. John Paul II
  • Marriage is not just a union between two individuals but a bond between two families. - Amit Kalantri
  • Marriage is not just spiritual communion; it is also remembering to take out the trash. - Dr. Joyce Brothers

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