adj
matrimonial
mat-rih-MOH-nih-uhl
Matrimonial (adj) means relating to marriage. Example: “The couple sought advice from a matrimonial lawyer before their wedding.”
adj
1
Relating to marriage.
"The couple sought advice from a matrimonial lawyer before their wedding."
How to use matrimonial
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo do with marriage.
When to use it
A fairly formal or legal word — everyday speech usually just says "marriage" or "wedding."
Common pairings
matrimonial home
matrimonial dispute
matrimonial law
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Word forms
- Plural
- matrimonials
- Comparative
- more matrimonial
- Superlative
- most matrimonial
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The couple sought advice from a _____ lawyer before their wedding.
Etymology
From Middle French matrimonial, from matrimony plus the adjective suffix -al.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for matrimonial
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What does “matrimonial” mean?
The word “matrimonial” means relating to marriage. In plain terms, to do with marriage.
How do you pronounce “matrimonial”?
“Matrimonial” is pronounced mat-rih-MOH-nih-uhl (/mætɹɪˈməʊnɪ.əl/ in IPA).
How do you use “matrimonial” in a sentence?
Here is “matrimonial” used in a sentence: “The couple sought advice from a matrimonial lawyer before their wedding.”
What part of speech is “matrimonial”?
“Matrimonial” is an adjective.
Where does the word “matrimonial” come from?
The word “matrimonial” comes from Middle French. From Middle French matrimonial, from matrimony plus the adjective suffix -al.
