Polygamous
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /pəˈlɪɡəməs/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Polygamous is an adjective meaning Of, relating to, or practicing polygamy.
Meaning
Of, relating to, or practicing polygamy.
More Meanings
- (botany) Exhibiting polygamy.
Example Sentences
That Mormon community no longer practises polygamous relationships.
[…] declaring legitimate all children of LDS polygamous marriages […]
Synonyms for polygamous
Depending on context, synonyms include polygynous, polyandrous, bigamous.
Antonyms for polygamous
Common opposites include monogamous.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bigamous, polyandrous, polygynous, polygamy, polygamious, polytheistic.
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