matrimonial
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˌmætrɪˈmoʊniəl/
KK: /mɛˈtrɪməˌnoʊl/
adjective
Definition
Relating to marriage or the state of being married.
Example
They attended a matrimonial ceremony to celebrate their union.
Conversation
Have you seen those matrimonial ads in the newspaper?
Yeah, I noticed they seem to be quite popular these days.
I wonder if people really find success through matrimonial services.
Some do, but I think it depends on what you’re looking for.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
nuptial
conjugal
wedded
Antonyms
divorced
single
unmarried
noun
Definition
A type of advertisement where people share personal details to find a partner for marriage.
Example
She placed a matrimonial ad in the newspaper to find a suitable husband.
Conversation
Have you ever thought about putting a matrimonial ad online?
Not really, but I’ve heard they can be effective.
I think it might be fun to see what kind of responses I'd get from a matrimonial ad.
Root Explanation
Matrimonial → It is formed from "matrimonium" (from Latin, meaning marriage) and the suffix "-al" (meaning relating to). The word "matrimonial" refers to something that is related to marriage.
Memory Tip
Think of the Latin word for marriage, 'matrimonium', to remember that 'matrimonial' relates to marriage.
Visually Confused Words
unmatrimonial
patrimonial
promatrimonial
prematrimonial
nonmatrimonial
antimonial
antimatrimonial
patrimonially