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Companionate marriage

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

A marriage based on emotional affection, mutual respect, and companionship between spouses rather than primarily economic or social necessity.

AP course connection

Topic 6.4: 6.4 Social Effects of Industrialization

Unit 6

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