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wed vs solemnize

solemnize vs wed

wed is an adjective but solemnize is not an adjective.

wed and solemnize both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
wed No Yes Yes No
solemnize No No Yes No
As verbs, solemnize is a hyponym of wed; that is, solemnize is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than wed:
  • wed: perform a marriage ceremony
  • solemnize: perform (the wedding ceremony) with proper ceremonies
Other hyponyms of wed include solemnise.
wed (adjective) solemnize (adjective)
having been taken in marriage
wed (verb) solemnize (verb)
take in marriage; married make solemn and grave
perform a marriage ceremony observe or perform with dignity or gravity
perform (the wedding ceremony) with proper ceremonies
Difference between wed and solemnize

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