courtship
5 synonyms for courtship, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The period or process of romantically pursuing someone, usually before marriage.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use courtship
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
courtship ritual
brief courtship
courtship display
Etymology
Formed from court plus the suffix -ship, which turns it into a noun describing a state or process.
Full origin of courtship →Frequently asked questions
What does “courtship” mean?
The word “courtship” means the period or process of romantically pursuing someone, usually before marriage. In plain terms, the process of romantically pursuing a partner, or (for animals) the ritual behavior used to attract a mate.
How do you pronounce “courtship”?
“Courtship” is pronounced KAWT-shihp (/ˈkɔɹt.ʃɪp/ in IPA).
How do you use “courtship” in a sentence?
Here is “courtship” used in a sentence: “Their courtship lasted three years before they got engaged.”
What is another word for “courtship”?
Words with a similar meaning to “courtship” include dating, loveship, suit and wooing.
What part of speech is “courtship”?
“Courtship” is a noun.
Is “courtship” a common word?
“Courtship” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “courtship” have?
“Courtship” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the period or process of romantically pursuing someone, usually before marriage.
