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marriage Synonyms
Another word for marriage
Choosing another word for marriage depends on context, so the 18 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
The legally or formally recognized union of two people as partners in a personal relationship.
Usage Example
"They celebrated their fiftieth year of matrimony with a grand party surrounded by family and friends."
Strongest
matrimony
wedlock
Strong
union
partnership
conjugality
• noun (Context 2)
The formal ceremony or procedure by which two people are wed.
Usage Example
"Their wedding took place in a beautiful historic chapel overlooking the coast."
Strongest
wedding
nuptials
Strong
matrimony
espousal
bridal
• noun (Context 3)
A combination or mixture of two or more distinct elements.
Usage Example
"The restaurant's innovative menu represents a perfect combination of traditional French technique and local Japanese ingredients."
Strongest
combination
fusion
blend
union
Strong
synthesis
merger
amalgamation
integration
mixture
alliance
Opposites of marriage
The opposite of marriage shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
divorce
separation
division
annulment
split
dissolution
disunion
celibacy
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Marriage. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/marriage