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Wedded: meaning, definitions and examples

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wedded

 

[ ˈwɛdɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

formal

Married, especially when considered to be a happy or lasting relationship.

Synonyms

attached, committed, married

Examples of usage

  • They were a wedded couple for over 50 years.
  • She was wedded to her job and had little time for socializing.
  • The idea of being wedded to someone for life seemed daunting to him.
Context #2 | Adjective

literary

Devoted or dedicated to a particular pursuit, cause, or belief.

Synonyms

committed, dedicated, devoted

Examples of usage

  • He was wedded to the idea of social justice.
  • She was wedded to her art and spent hours in her studio.

Translations

Translations of the word "wedded" in other languages:

🇵🇹 casado

🇮🇳 विवाहित (vivahit)

🇩🇪 verheiratet

🇮🇩 menikah

🇺🇦 одружений

🇵🇱 żonaty

🇯🇵 結婚している (kekkon shite iru)

🇫🇷 marié

🇪🇸 casado

🇹🇷 evli

🇰🇷 결혼한 (gyeolhonhan)

🇸🇦 متزوج (mutazawwij)

🇨🇿 ženatý

🇸🇰 ženatý

🇨🇳 已婚 (yǐhūn)

🇸🇮 poročen

🇮🇸 kvæntur

🇰🇿 үйленген

🇬🇪 დაქორწინებული (daqortsinebuli)

🇦🇿 evli

🇲🇽 casado

Etymology

The word 'wedded' originates from the Middle English word 'weddede', which is the past tense and past participle of 'wedd', meaning 'to marry'. The concept of marriage has been an integral part of human societies for centuries, symbolizing union and commitment. Over time, 'wedded' has come to represent not only the legal bond of marriage but also a deep connection or dedication to something. It embodies the idea of being united or committed to a person, cause, or belief.

See also: unwed, wed, wedding, wedlock.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,770, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.