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monogamousness

monogamousness

8.0
The state of having only one spouse or partner at a time
  • noun
  • /məˈnɑɡəməsnəs/
translation icon : monogamia
  • Some people believe that monogamousness is essential for a lasting relationship.

Examples

  • The monogamousness of certain bird species has been documented extensively by researchers.

  • The debate centered on the social value of monogamousness versus other relationship structures.

  • Their monogamousness is a core value in their relationship.

  • Many cultures emphasize monogamousness as an ideal.

  • Many cultures emphasize monogamousness as an ideal for committed relationships.

  • Some people believe that monogamousness contributes to greater emotional stability in partnerships.

  • The monogamousness of many species is crucial for reproductive success and raising offspring.

Synonyms

monogamy
vsmonogamousness
38 4.3

Being married to or having a sexual relationship with only one person at a time

is the personal quality of having only one partner rather than the practice

Antonyms

polygamous
5 7.7

Having more than one wife or husband at the same time

How Monogamous

fidelity
35 4.9
monogamousness
8.0
polygamy
28 7.2

Surface Forms

monogamousness singular
monogamousnesses plural

Morphology

monogamousness = monogamous (semi-transparent) = mono + gam + ous + ness

The noun is regularly formed from the adjective 'monogamous' with the standard suffix '-ness'.

Etymology

Monogamousness comes from Greek parts mono- 'one' and -gamy 'marriage', the same root you see in monogamy and polygamy. So it names the idea of having only one partner or spouse at a time.