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Wedded to Meaning in English

expression

ˈwɛdɪd/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
WED-id too, WED-id tuh, WED-id ti
wˈɛdɪd/ /tˈuː
WED-id TOO

Definition

To be closely attached to or very devoted to an idea, belief, or way of doing something; literally, to be married to someone.

Usage & Nuances

Usually used in a figurative sense to mean someone refuses to change their ideas or methods, especially 'wedded to tradition' or 'wedded to the past.' Formal or written English, not casual speech. Can be confused with 'married to' in literal sense.

Example Sentences

She is wedded to her work and spends all her time in the office.

basic

The company is wedded to traditional methods, even when new ideas appear.

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He is wedded to the belief that honesty always pays off.

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Politicians often become wedded to their promises, even when circumstances change.

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She isn’t wedded to one way of doing things and likes to try new approaches.

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If you stay wedded to the past, you’ll miss new opportunities.

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