n. Function: noun
1
Synonyms: ENGAGEMENT 2, betrothal, betrothing, betrothment, troth
2
often
espousals plural
Synonyms: WEDDING , bridal, marriage, nuptial(s), spousal
3
Synonyms: MARRIAGE
Related Words: mating; union
Idioms: getting hitched, taking on the ball and chain, tying the knot
Contrasted Words: estrangement, separation
4 ready acceptance of or the taking up of a cause or belief FF1C; his wholehearted espousal of left-wing philosophies worried his family FF1E;
Synonyms: adoption, embracement, embracing
Related Words: acceptance, approval; advocacy; aid, promotion, support
Contrasted Words: denial, rejection; disapproval, dislike, distaste; antipathy, aversion, intolerance
Antonyms: repudiation