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suitors

 

[ ˈsuːtərz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

romantic interest

Suitors are individuals who court or seek the affection of someone, often with the intention of marriage. The term is traditionally used to describe men who express a romantic interest in a woman among families and societies. In contemporary use, it can refer to anyone who is seeking a romantic relationship.

Synonyms

candidates, competitors, lovers, wooers

Examples of usage

  • Many suitors came to seek her hand in marriage.
  • She had several suitors vying for her attention.
  • The family of the bride was impressed by her suitors.
  • In literature, suitors often embark on quests to win their love.
  • Modern dating apps have changed how suitors connect.

Translations

Translations of the word "suitors" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pretendentes

🇮🇳 वरुण

🇩🇪 Heiratsanwärter

🇮🇩 pelamar

🇺🇦 наречені

🇵🇱 zalotnicy

🇯🇵 求婚者

🇫🇷 suitors

🇪🇸 pretendientes

🇹🇷 aşıklar

🇰🇷 구혼자

🇸🇦 الخاطبون

🇨🇿 nápadníci

🇸🇰 nápadníci

🇨🇳 求婚者

🇸🇮 snubci

🇮🇸 frambjóðendur

🇰🇿 некедейлер

🇬🇪 იმედოვნები

🇦🇿 nişanlılar

🇲🇽 pretendientes

Etymology

The word 'suitor' originates from the Old French term 'solliciteur,' which means 'one who seeks or solicits.' It was adopted into Middle English as 'suitour' in the late 14th century. The core meaning of the word has remained largely unchanged, referring to someone who is seeking the favor of another, particularly in a romantic context. Over the centuries, the term has been associated with courtship practices, wherein suitors would typically seek permission from a woman’s family before pursuing a romantic relationship. During the Victorian era, the concept of suitors became more formalized, often involving elaborate rituals and expectations of propriety. Today, while the term is still used, its connotation may vary based on cultural perspectives on romance and relationships.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,575, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.