Monogamy: meaning, definitions and examples

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monogamy

 

[ mษ™หˆnษ’ษกษ™mi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

relationship type

Monogamy is the practice of being married to or in a sexual relationship with one person at a time. In societies that endorse monogamy, it is often considered the norm for romantic relationships. Monogamous relationships are characterized by exclusivity and commitment to a single partner. This concept is commonly associated with cultural and legal frameworks that promote or require such arrangements. In contrast to polygamy, monogamy emphasizes the bond between two individuals as the primary focus of their romantic engagement.

Synonyms

dyadic relationship, exclusive relationship, single-partner relationship

Examples of usage

  • Their monogamy was a personal choice.
  • Monogamy is a common relationship model.
  • Many cultures value monogamy highly.
  • She advocated for monogamy among young couples.

Translations

Translations of the word "monogamy" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น monogamia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคเค•เคชเคคเฅเคจเฅ€เคงเคฐเฅเคฎ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Monogamie

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ monogami

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะพะฝะพะณะฐะผั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ monogamia

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไธ€ๅคซไธ€ๅฆปๅˆถ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท monogamie

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ monogamia

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท monogami

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ชจ๋…ธ๊ฐ€๋ฏธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุนุฏุฏ ุงู„ุฒูˆุฌุงุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ monogamie

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ monogamia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไธ€ๅคซไธ€ๅฆปๅˆถ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ monogamija

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ einmakaskapur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะพะฝะพะณะฐะผะธั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒœแƒแƒ’แƒแƒ›แƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ monogamiya

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ monogamia

Word origin

The term 'monogamy' originates from the Greek word 'monogamia', which means 'the state of being single'. It is a compound of 'monos', meaning 'single' or 'alone', and 'gamos', meaning 'marriage'. This concept began to gain prominence in Western society during the Middle Ages, particularly with the rise of Christian ideals that promoted the union of one man and one woman as the ideal form of marriage. Unlike polygamy, which allows individuals to have multiple spouses, monogamy has largely been enshrined in law and social mores as the standard model for romantic relationships in many cultures. Over time, the debate surrounding monogamy versus alternative relationship structures, like polyamory, has continued to evolve, reflecting changes in societal norms and values regarding love, commitment, and personal freedom.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,835, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.