Synonyms for

Spouses

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

Definition

Spouses refer to married partners or people in a committed relationship.

Synonyms & similar words

partner marriedperson betterhalf spouse mate partners mates husbands wives companion soulmate beloved mate consort helpmate mate spouse mate pair mate spouse mate

Synonyms by register

Formal

partners consorts matrimonial partners

Informal

other half old man old lady hubby wifey

Literary

beloved life partner

Antonyms

singles unmarried bachelors spinsters widows divorcees

Common collocations

  • loving spouses
  • married spouses
  • former spouses
  • legal spouses
  • husbands and wives
  • joint spouses
  • our spouses

Word family

noun spouse
verb espouse
adjective spousal

Usage note

The word 'spouse' is gender-neutral. While 'husbands and wives' is common, 'spouses' can be used to refer to a couple regardless of gender.

Example sentences

  1. John and Jane are spouses.
  2. My best friend and her spouse are coming over for dinner tonight.
  3. Spouses often share household responsibilities.
  4. Celebrating a wedding anniversary is a special occasion for spouses.
  5. Spouses support each other through thick and thin.

Quotes

  • A happy spouse is a happy house.
  • In marriage, two become one flesh; in spouses, two become one soul.
  • A good spouse is someone who is always there to listen to you.

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