Definition

Relating to the act of marrying someone while already being married to another person.

Example

He was charged with being bigamous after marrying a second wife without divorcing his first.

Conversation

Did you hear about that guy who got caught in a bigamous relationship?

Yeah, that's crazy! How does someone even manage that?

I don't know, but it must be stressful to keep up with two spouses.

For sure! It sounds like a recipe for disaster.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bigamous → It is formed from "bi-" (meaning two) and "gamos" (from Greek, meaning marriage). The word "bigamous" refers to the state of being married to two people simultaneously.

Memory Tip

Think of 'two' ('bi-') marriages ('gamos') to remember that 'bigamous' means being married to two people at the same time.

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