Antonyms for spousal
ˈspaʊ zəlspousal

English Synonyms and AntonymsRate these synonyms:0.0 / 0 votes

1. spousal

   Matrimony denotes the state of those who are united in the relation of husband and wife; marriage denotes primarily the act of so uniting, but is extensively used for the state as well. Wedlock, a word of specific legal use, is the Saxon term for the state or relation denoted by matrimony. Wedding denotes the ceremony, with any attendant festivities, by which two persons are united as husband and wife, nuptials being the more formal and stately term to express the same idea.

   Antonyms:
   bachelorhood, celibacy, divorce, maidenhood, virginity, widowhood

   Synonyms:
   conjugal union, espousal, espousals, marriage, matrimony, nuptials, spousals, union, wedding, wedlock

   Preposition:
   Marriage of or between two persons; of one person to or with another; among the Greeks.

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1. bridal, nuptial, spousaladjective

   of or relating to a wedding

   "bridal procession"; "nuptial day"; "spousal rites"; "wedding cake"; "marriage vows"

   Synonyms:
   nuptial, bridal

2. spousaladjective

   relating to a spouse

   "a fitting symbol of spousal love"

   Synonyms:
   nuptial, bridal

How to use spousal in a sentence?

1. Pasqualina Perrig-Chiello:

   Public knowledge about spousal loss in old age has in general a negative connotation -- bereavement is usually seen as an individual issue, however bereaved individuals vary considerably in their reactions to loss, and little is known on how the historical context contributes to adaptation to spousal loss.

2. Michael Avenatti:

   The statements you are relying on were made in connection with Lisa's failed attempt to get a spousal and child support order of $ 215,000 a month ordered by the court. That never happened and the Court never gave any credence to Lisa Storie-Avenatti allegations.

3. Lynda Sheridan:

   I understand their marriage is only two years. Spousal support is not being sought and even if it were the length of the marriage is so short it's a non-issue, their jointly owned, that means both parties are on title properties will be divided equally, except to the extent either of them makes a claim for reimbursement of separate monies used to acquire said properties.

4. Purdue University:

   A lot of research emphasizes the importance of the spousal relationship, but this study is unique in looking at the impact of spousal and other family relationships, net of the other, and here it seems that family relationships had a more important direct impact on chronic conditions and how people subjectively rate their health.

5. Sean Spicer:

   The president's actions that he's taken in terms of his executive order and other revamping of immigration policy have focused on our border security, keeping our country safe, our people safe. And then, obviously, whether it's H-1B visas or the other one – spousal visas – other areas of student visas, i think there is a natural desire to have a full look at – a comprehensive look at that.

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