Synonyms for

Wife

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

Definition

A woman who is married.

Synonyms & similar words

husband marriedwoman spouse partner mate helpmate bride missus dame madam madame missis mademoiselle lass

Synonyms by register

Formal

spouse consort matrimonial partner

Informal

missus old lady other half main squeeze

Literary

helpmeet bride mate

Antonyms

husband bachelor single man widower spinster

Common collocations

  • my wife
  • his wife
  • a wife
  • wife and husband
  • devoted wife
  • loving wife
  • pregnant wife
  • ex-wife

Word family

noun wife
adjective wifely

Usage note

While 'wife' is a common and neutral term, it can sometimes carry connotations of traditional gender roles. 'Spouse' is a more gender-neutral and formal alternative.

Example sentences

  1. My wife and I went on a picnic.
  2. She is a wonderful wife and mother.
  3. He treats his wife with love and respect.
  4. The newlyweds exchanged vows and became husband and wife.
  5. Her wife surprised her with a romantic dinner.

Quotes

  • A good wife always forgives her husband when she's wrong. - Milton Berle
  • Behind every successful man is a proud wife and a surprised mother-in-law. - Hubert H. Humphrey
  • Husbands and wives, first be faithful to each other. - Barbara Bush

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