Alimonies Meaning in English
word · lemma: alimony
Definition
Regular payments, usually ordered by a court, that a person must make to support an ex-spouse after divorce or separation.
Usage & Nuances
'Alimonies' is the plural of 'alimony', but in American English, 'alimony' is usually uncountable and singular (rarely used as a plural). Most commonly discussed in legal/family contexts. Not to be confused with 'child support', which is for children, not ex-spouses.
Example Sentences
He has to pay alimonies to his ex-wife every month.
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Alimonies can be decided by a judge during divorce.
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Some people struggle to pay high alimonies after their marriage ends.
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After the divorce, she was surprised by how many alimonies she could receive.
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He forgot to pay his alimonies last month and got a warning from the court.
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People often argue in court over how much alimonies should be paid.
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