espousal Synonyms

acceptance acceptation adoption bridal betrothal nuptial nuptials spousal support matrimony matrimonial match marriage marital hymeneal honeymoon troth union embracing a cause argument for betrothals spousals taking up wedding ceremony marriage contract marriage ceremony promotion wedlock wedding epithalamic engagement bridechamber betrothment affiancing betrothing banns backing approval aid affiance advocacy championing championship conjugal endorsement encouragement embracement embracing elopement defense