Matrimony

Pronunciation: /ˈmætrɪˌmoʊni/

Definitions of matrimony

noun the state of being married; marriage

Example Sentences

A1 Matrimony is the state of being married.

A2 Many people believe that matrimony is a sacred bond.

B1 In some cultures, matrimony is arranged by the families of the couple.

B2 The couple celebrated their matrimony with a lavish wedding ceremony.

C1 Matrimony requires a strong commitment from both partners.

C2 The couple's matrimony lasted for over 50 years before one of them passed away.

Examples of matrimony in a Sentence

formal The couple entered into the bonds of matrimony in a beautiful ceremony.

informal They finally tied the knot and entered into matrimony.

slang They decided to take the plunge and get hitched in matrimony.

figurative The merger of the two companies was described as a business matrimony.

Grammatical Forms of matrimony

• past tense: matrimonyed
• plural: matrimonies
• comparative: more matrimony
• superlative: most matrimony
• present tense: marry
• future tense: will marry
• perfect tense: have married
• continuous tense: is marrying
• singular: matrimony
• positive degree: matrimony
• infinitive: to marry
• gerund: marrying
• participle: married

Origin and Evolution of matrimony

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'matrimony' comes from the Latin word 'matrimonium', which is derived from 'mater' meaning mother.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to the institution of marriage, the word 'matrimony' has evolved to also encompass the spiritual or religious aspects of marriage, emphasizing the sacred union between two individuals.