Synonyms of betrothal

betrothal

noun

bi-ˈtrō-t͟həl 

as in engagement

the act or state of being engaged to be married

the couple's betrothal lasted four years

Synonyms & Similar Words

• engagement
• espousal
• troth

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• disengagement

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of betrothal

Thus, Edward’s choice of ring sweetly honors the couple’s half-decade of dating before getting engaged, the joy of their betrothal, and their hope for their future together. — Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 9 Jan. 2026

But the line between celebrating and capitalizing on the betrothal — or any other pop culture moment — can be tough for brands to balance. — Rachel Treisman, NPR, 27 Aug. 2025

That said, The Magician of Tiger Castle did initially start out as a YA romcom about Princess Tullia escaping her betrothal to the neighboring kingdom’s awful prince. — Natalie Zutter august 1, Literary Hub, 1 Aug. 2025

Standing in the lovers’ way is Brandon’s lower rank, Mary’s betrothal to the French king, and the occasional assassination plot. — Elle Carroll, Vulture, 18 June 2024