WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

	Enter your search terms Submit search form
	Web www.wordnet-online.com

Definitions from WordNet

Definitions from the Web

Extramarital

Definition: Pertaining to activities or relationships that occur outside of a marriage.

Part of Speech:

• Adjective

Senses:

Sense 1:

(of activities) Taking place outside the bounds of a legally recognized marriage.

Example sentence: Their extramarital affair caused significant damage to their respective marriages.

Sense 2:

(of relationships) Involving romantic or sexual connections with someone other than one's spouse or partner.

Example sentence: The couple decided to seek therapy after realizing they were both engaging in extramarital relationships.

Usages:

Usage 1:

(popular) Extramarital affairs can lead to emotional distress for all parties involved.

Example sentence: The tabloid press is well-known for its sensational coverage of extramarital affairs.

Usage 2:

(local) Our neighborhood has witnessed a rise in extramarital relationships, which unfortunately resulted in several divorces.

Example sentence: The small town's gossip mill quickly spread news of the mayor's extramarital relationship.

Possible Related Products on Amazon:

Books about extramarital affairs

Relationship counseling books