Married

Definition

Married is an adjective and a verb. As an adjective, it refers to the state of being united in matrimony. As a verb (past tense and past participle of "marry"), it indicates the act of entering into a marriage.

Parts of Speech

• Adjective
• Verb (past tense and past participle)

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈmær.id/
• Respelling: MAR-id

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈmær.id/
• Respelling: MAR-id

Etymology

The word "married" derives from Middle English "marien," meaning "to marry," which in turn originates from Old French "marier." Its roots can be traced further back to Latin "maritare," meaning "to provide with a husband or wife," and "maritus," meaning "husband."

Derivatives

• Marriage (noun)
• Marital (adjective)
• Unmarried (adjective)
• Remarried (verb/adjective)
• Marrying (verb)

Synonyms

• Wed
• Joined
• Spoused

Antonyms

• Unmarried
• Single
• Divorced

Usage

The term "married" is commonly used in both legal and social contexts. Examples include "They have been married for 10 years," and "He married his childhood sweetheart."

Related Terms

• Wedding: A ceremony where two people are united in marriage.
• Spouse: A husband or wife.
• Commitment: A pledge to engage in a lasting relationship.

Detailed Definitions

Adjective

• Being in a legal or formal union with a spouse: Refers to the state of matrimony.
  • Example: "They are happily married."
• Connected or joined to something: Used metaphorically to describe strong attachment or commitment.
  • Example: "He is married to his career."

Verb

• Past tense and past participle of marry: Refers to the act of uniting two individuals in marriage.
  • Example: "She married her partner in a beautiful ceremony."