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es·pous·al
 espousal
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- pronunciation:
- ih
spaU
z
 l
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Parts
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
adoption of or commitment to a cause or idea.
Her espousal of religion changed her life.- antonyms:
- repudiation
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| definition 2: |
a ceremony of marriage or engagement; betrothal.
- similar words:
- betrothal, matrimony
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| related words: |
advocacy, embrace, marriage |
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