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married Synonyms
Another word for married
Choosing another word for married depends on context, so the 20 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Joined in marriage; having a husband, wife, or legally recognized spouse.
Usage Example
"They have been happily wedded for over twenty-five years."
Strongest
wedded
wed
Strong
espoused
hitched
mated
• adjective (Context 2)
Of, relating to, or characteristic of marriage or married people.
Usage Example
"The young couple quickly adjusted to the responsibilities of marital life."
Strongest
marital
matrimonial
conjugal
wedded
connubial
Strong
nuptial
spousal
• adjective (Context 3)
Closely united, blended, or firmly committed to an idea, practice, or partner.
Usage Example
"Our design team is not wedded to this specific layout if you prefer a different approach."
Strongest
wedded
committed
Strong
dedicated
devoted
attached
united
bound
fused
• noun (Context 4)
A person who is married (usually used in the plural).
Usage Example
"The resort offers special vacation packages tailored for young marrieds."
Strong
spouse
newlywed
Opposites of married
The opposite of married shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
unmarried
single
unwed
nonmarital
uncommitted
unwedded
unattached
divorced
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Married. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/married