Conjugally: meaning, definitions and examples
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conjugally
[ kənˈdʒuːɡəli ]
legal relationships
Conjugally relates to matters concerning marriage or the legal bond between spouses. It often addresses rights and responsibilities arising from a marriage.
Synonyms
maritally, spousally
Examples of usage
- They lived together conjugally after their wedding.
- Conjugally speaking, they share all assets.
- The contract was written in a conjugally binding manner.
Translations
Translations of the word "conjugally" in other languages:
🇵🇹 conjugalmente
🇮🇳 वैवाहिक रूप से
🇩🇪 ehelich
🇮🇩 secara perkawinan
🇺🇦 шлюбно
🇵🇱 małżeńsko
🇯🇵 婚姻的に
🇫🇷 conjugalement
🇪🇸 conyugalmente
🇹🇷 evlilikte
🇰🇷 혼인적으로
🇸🇦 زوجيًا
🇨🇿 manželsky
🇸🇰 manželsky
🇨🇳 婚姻地
🇸🇮 zakonsko
🇮🇸 hjónabandslega
🇰🇿 некелікпен
🇬🇪 ქორწინებით
🇦🇿 evlilik olaraq
🇲🇽 conyugalmente
Word origin
The term 'conjugally' derives from the Latin word 'conjugalis', which pertains to marriage. 'Conjugalis' itself comes from 'conjugis', meaning 'joined together'. The prefix 'con-' denotes 'with' or 'together', while 'jugis' relates to 'yoke' or 'join', emphasizing the interconnectedness of a marital relationship. The term transitioned into common English usage around the early 19th century, specifically in legal and marital contexts. Its evolution reflects the social importance placed on the institution of marriage and the recognition of rights and responsibilities that arise during the union between partners. Over time, 'conjugally' has been used in various legal documents to describe the relationship between married individuals, influencing discussions about property, custody, and obligations.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #42,478, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.
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