noun

monogamy

muh-NO-guh-mee

Monogamy (noun) means the practice or state of having only one romantic or sexual partner. Example: “Cultural attitudes toward monogamy vary widely around the world.”

noun

The practice or state of having only one romantic or sexual partner.

"Cultural attitudes toward monogamy vary widely around the world."

How to use monogamy

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishBeing committed to just one partner, rather than having several.

Easily confused with

polygamy →

Common pairings

practice monogamy lifelong monogamy

Word forms

monogamies plural

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Etymology

From French monogamie, ultimately from Greek monogamia, "having one marriage."

Origin: French

Synonyms

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monogamousness

Related words

monogamousness

Rhymes for monogamy

Amy Swamy infamy bigamy creamy dreamy steamy Bellamy polygamy

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of monogamy?

"monogamy" (noun) means the practice or state of having only one romantic or sexual partner.

What is another word for monogamy?

Other words for "monogamy" include monogamousness.

How do you use monogamy in a sentence?

Example: "Cultural attitudes toward monogamy vary widely around the world."

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