The Opposite(Antonym) of “marriage”
The antonyms of marriage are divorce and separation. These antonyms describe the end of a marriage or a relationship.
Explore all Antonyms of “marriage”
Definitions and Examples of divorce, separation
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
A legal dissolution of a marriage by a court or other competent body.
Example
After years of fighting, they decided to get a divorce and go their separate ways.
The action or state of moving or being apart; a cessation of cohabitation between married or cohabiting couples.
Example
After a long period of unhappiness, they agreed to a trial separation to see if they could work things out.
Key Differences: divorce vs separation
- 1Divorce is a legal process that ends a marriage, while separation is an agreement between partners to live apart.
- 2Divorce is usually permanent, while separation can be temporary or permanent.
Effective Usage of divorce, separation
- 1Discussing Relationships: Use divorce or separation to talk about the end of a marriage or relationship.
- 2Legal Matters: Use divorce when discussing legal proceedings related to ending a marriage.
- 3Emotional Support: Use separation when discussing temporary breaks in a relationship that may lead to reconciliation.
Remember this!
The antonyms of marriage are divorce and separation. While divorce is a legal process that permanently ends a marriage, separation is an agreement between partners to live apart, which can be temporary or permanent. Use these words when discussing relationships, legal matters, or emotional support.
