Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
marital-status
Noun
/ˈmɛrɪtəl ˈstætəs/
Definition
The legal state of being married, single, divorced, or widowed.
Examples
- His marital status is listed as married.
- Many surveys ask about your marital status to gather demographic information.
- Her marital status changed after her divorce.
Meaning
Marital status refers to an individual’s relationship status as it pertains to marriage. It indicates whether a person is currently in a legally recognized marital relationship, has been married in the past, or has never been married.
Synonyms
- Relationship status
- Marital condition
- Civil status
