affiance

/əˈfæns/ or /afˈiːns/; also /əˈfeɪns/; /afˈɪəns/; /əˈfeɪnz/

Definitions

1. noun

A romantic or intimate relationship, especially one involving a proposal of marriage; an engagement.

“The couple’s affiance was the subject of gossip among their friends and acquaintances.”

Synonyms

  • betrothal
  • engagement

Antonyms

  • estrangement