Find Synonyms

monogamous Synonyms

Another word for monogamous

Choosing another word for monogamous depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
JUMP TO:

• adjective (Context 1)

Involving, practicing, or relating to marriage or a committed romantic and sexual relationship with only one partner at a time.

Usage Example

"The couple decided early on that they wanted a strictly monogamic relationship."

Strongest
monogamic
Strong
faithful
exclusive
Weak
committed

• adjective (Context 2)

Having a single mate during a breeding season or throughout an entire lifespan (of an animal species).

Usage Example

"Albatrosses and bald eagles are well-known examples of monogamic birds that often pair for life."

Strongest
monogamic
Strong
pair-bonded

Opposites of monogamous

The opposite of monogamous shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

polygamous
non-monogamous
polyamorous
bigamous
polyandrous
polygynous
promiscuous
unfaithful
See all opposites of monogamous

• Nearby Words

monocular
monofilament
monogamic
monogamous
monogamously
monogamy
monogram

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Monogamous. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/monogamous
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.