impromptu wedding
/ɪmˈprɒmptju ˈwɛdɪŋ/ · im·prom·ptu wed·ding
noun
- A marriage ceremony that is performed spontaneously without prior planning or formal preparation. Caught in a sudden rainstorm, the couple decided on an impromptu wedding on the beach, with only a few friends as witnesses.
Synonyms
spur‑of‑the‑moment weddingspontaneous weddinginstant weddingflash weddingimpromptu nuptialselopementsudden ceremonyunplanned marriage
Antonyms
Did you know? In many U.S. states, an impromptu wedding is legally valid as long as the couple obtains a marriage license and a qualified officiant, making the ceremony’s spontaneity a matter of tradition rather than legality.