spousal
0 antonyms and opposites of spousal, grouped by meaning.
Adjective — Relating to marriage or to a husband or wife.
How to use spousal
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From spouse plus the adjective suffix "-al", ultimately tracing back through Old French to Latin.
Full origin of spousal →Frequently asked questions
What does “spousal” mean?
The word “spousal” means relating to marriage or to a husband or wife. In plain terms, having to do with a spouse or with marriage.
How do you pronounce “spousal”?
“Spousal” is pronounced SPOW-zuhl (/ˈspaʊzəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “spousal” in a sentence?
Here is “spousal” used in a sentence: “The company extended spousal health benefits to same-sex partners.”
What part of speech is “spousal”?
“Spousal” is an adjective.
Where does the word “spousal” come from?
The word “spousal” comes from Latin. From spouse plus the adjective suffix "-al", ultimately tracing back through Old French to Latin.