nuptial
2 synonyms for nuptial, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Relating to marriage or a wedding.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use nuptial
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
nuptial vows
nuptial ceremony
nuptial bliss
Formal or ceremonial in tone — "wedding" is the everyday equivalent.
Etymology
From Latin nuptialis, "pertaining to marriage", from nuptiae, "wedding".
Full origin of nuptial →Frequently asked questions
What does “nuptial” mean?
The word “nuptial” means relating to marriage or a wedding. In plain terms, a formal word for anything to do with getting married.
How do you pronounce “nuptial”?
“Nuptial” is pronounced NUHP-shuhl (/ˈnʌp.ʃəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “nuptial” in a sentence?
Here is “nuptial” used in a sentence: “The couple exchanged their nuptial vows at sunset.”
What part of speech is “nuptial”?
“Nuptial” is an adjective.
Where does the word “nuptial” come from?
The word “nuptial” comes from Latin. From Latin nuptialis, "pertaining to marriage", from nuptiae, "wedding".
