nuptial
UK: ˈnʌpʃəl | US: ˈnʌpʃəl
adj. relating to marriage or weddings
n. (nuptials) a wedding ceremony
nuptial = nupti<marriage> + al<adjective suffix>
- nupti<marriage>: From Latin nuptialis, derived from nuptiae (wedding), which comes from nubere (to marry).
- al<adjective suffix>: A common suffix in English, from Latin -alis, used to form adjectives.
Etymology Origin:
The word nuptial traces back to the Latin nubere, meaning "to marry" or "to veil" (referring to the bride’s veil in ancient Roman weddings). Over time, nuptiae evolved into nuptialis in Latin, and later into nuptial in English, retaining its core association with marriage. The suffix -al standardizes it as an adjective. The word’s logic reflects the ceremonial and contractual aspects of marriage, preserved across languages.
The couple exchanged nuptial vows in a beautiful garden ceremony.
The nuptial traditions varied greatly between the two cultures.
Their nuptials were attended by close family and friends.
The nuptial agreement was signed before the wedding.
She wore a stunning nuptial gown for the occasion.