BETTER HALF Synonyms: 27 Similar and Opposite Words

better half

noun

Definition of better half

as in significant other

the person to whom another is married "Allow me to introduce you to my better half, Joan"

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Recent Examples of better half Best Podcast nominee Jason Bateman brought his better half, Amanda Anka, who rocked a sheer number. — Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026 The returning lineup for Holiday in the Park includes live music and character photo ops plus visits with Saint Nick and his better half. — Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 24 Nov. 2025 According to TikTok, matching with your better half is here to stay, and the platform has all the #CoupleOutfit content to ensure users never go hungry for inspo. — Lucy Maguire, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2025 The episode focuses on the budding romance between Dean and Allie Hayes, the best friend to Garrett’s better half and season one’s leading lady, Hannah Wells, played by Ella Bright. — Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 21 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for better half

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Noun

If a significant other presents you with an unconventional workaround later in the day, don’t dismiss it.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026
King noted that Brown's significant other is a fellow celebrity.

— Edward Segarra, USA Today, 1 July 2026

Definition of significant other

Noun

If the deceased spouse's job provided coverage, the survivor and dependents may qualify for up to 36 months of COBRA continuation, often requiring a decision within 60 days, at full premium cost.

— Christine Michel Carter, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Do those exceptions include your spouse inheriting your credit card debt, though?

— Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 1 July 2026

Definition of spouse

Noun

Avila’s sister, Patricia Avila, who was also on the job when the mauling took place, was awarded $885,000 for emotional distress, and Maria Avila’s husband, Oscar Olivo, was separately awarded $50,000.

— Chris Willman, Variety, 1 July 2026
She is survived by her husband, Rodney Timson, and their two sons.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026

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