coupled

British  

/ ˈkʌpəld /

adjective

1. being one of the partners in a permanent sexual relationship

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Explanation

Things that are coupled are linked or joined together. Coupled train cars are physically attached to each other. A couple is two people who are dating or married, so it makes sense that coupled things or people are connected by some sort of link — and it isn't always love. The coupled efforts of several people can result in a spectacular sand castle, and coupled subway cars make up an entire train, providing room for all the riders. Couple comes from the Old French word cople, "married couple," from the Latin copula, "tie" or "connection."

Example Sentences

“Can’t Stop” starts with an uncharacteristically spare riff by Frusciante’s standards, and coupled with Chad Smith’s inerrant rhythm, we have the song’s spine.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

“This increasingly delicate balance, coupled with mounting questions about the overall impact of AI and the debt levels used to fund its expansion, has further clouded the long-term outlook.”

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

Worries about the inflationary impact of rising crude-oil prices, coupled with a series of disappointing U.S. debt auctions, pushed Treasury yields higher this week, while stocks, precious metals and bitcoin continued to struggle.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 29, 2026

That victory, coupled with Manchester United's crushing defeat by neighbours Manchester City earlier on Saturday, means that the Gunners are in pole position in the race to qualify for next season's Champions League.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

The invocation, coupled with the slow journey through the dim rooms, aroused in him a sense of foreboding.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson

Related Words

• akin
• associated
• linked
• united