Marital

/ˈmærɪtl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Relating to marriage or the relationships of married people.

They attended a marital counseling session to improve their relationship.

Pertaining to the state of being married.

Her marital status is single, but she is in a long-term relationship.

Involving the legal aspects or responsibilities of marriage.

The couple sought legal advice to understand their marital rights.

Associated with the duties and roles of a spouse in a marriage.

They took a class to help them understand the expectations and responsibilities in marital life.

Derived from Middle English 'marital', from Old French 'marital', from Latin 'maritalis', from 'maritus' meaning 'husband'.

marital bliss

A state of perfect happiness in a marriage.

marital status

The legal standing of a person in relation to marriage.

marital problems

Issues that arise between married partners.

marriage

The legally or formally recognized union of two people as partners in a personal relationship.

spouse

A husband or wife.

divorce

The legal dissolution of a marriage.

Marital strife

They are going through some marital strife but they are working it out.

The old ball and chain

Ever since I got married, I’ve had to deal with the old ball and chain.