Synonyms for

Unmarried

Verb / ʌˈnmeri:d / Another word for unmarried — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

not married; single

Synonyms & similar words

married single single unattached unwed celibate available bachelor spinster virgin uncommitted unengaged uninvolved lonely solitary alone unaccompanied unescorted free liberated idle unclaimed

Synonyms by register

Formal

single unwed celibate

Informal

single bachelor bachelorette free agent

Literary

maiden virgin unwedded

Antonyms

married wedded coupled joined united betrothed

Common collocations

  • unmarried couple
  • unmarried mother
  • unmarried father
  • unmarried status
  • unmarried person
  • unmarried life
  • unmarried state

Word family

noun unmarriedness
adjective unmarried

Usage note

While 'single' can be a synonym, it can also refer to someone who is divorced or widowed. 'Unmarried' specifically means never having been married.

Example sentences

  1. My aunt is unmarried and lives alone in the countryside.
  2. Some people choose to stay unmarried and focus on their career.
  3. Being unmarried does not mean you are incomplete.
  4. She prefers to date unmarried men.
  5. He remains unmarried despite the pressure from his family.

Quotes

  • "I'm unmarried, yes. I'm very happily unmarried." - Salman Rushdie
  • "Marriage is a fine institution, but I'm not ready for an institution." - Mae West
  • "I'm not married. I've been with my girlfriend for years, and it's important to me but I'm not going to get married until I know I'll be with someone forever." - Zac Efron

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