adj
nuptial
NUHP-shuhl
Nuptial (adj) means relating to marriage or a wedding. Example: “The couple exchanged their nuptial vows at sunset.”
adj
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Relating to marriage or a wedding.
"The couple exchanged their nuptial vows at sunset."
How to use nuptial
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA formal word for anything to do with getting married.
When to use it
Formal or ceremonial in tone — "wedding" is the everyday equivalent.
Common pairings
nuptial vows
nuptial ceremony
nuptial bliss
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more nuptial
- Superlative
- most nuptial
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Etymology
From Latin nuptialis, "pertaining to marriage", from nuptiae, "wedding".
Synonyms
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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".
