Pronunciation

/dəˈvɔːrs/

Definitions

• Noun: A legal process by which a marriage is terminated, allowing the separation of husband and wife. Verb: To dissolve a marriage by this legal process. Adjective: Characterized by or resulting from divorce.

Phrases

• “Get a divorce” means to initiate the legal proceedings for ending a marriage.
• “No-fault divorce” refers to a type where neither spouse is blamed for the dissolution.
• “Divorce rate” denotes the frequency of divorces in a particular population or time period.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “After years of conflict, they decided to file for divorce.”
• Verb: “The couple finally reached a mutual decision to divorce.”
• Adjective: “The divorce was amicable, and both parties agreed on custody arrangements.”

Synonyms

• Dissolution
• Separation
• Annulment (in some cases)
• Divorce settlement
• Legal breakup

Antonyms

• Marriage
• Reconciliation
• Harmony (in the context of relationship)

Related Words

• Alimony
• Custody
• Property division
• Domestic partnership dissolution (for non-marital relationships)