🍃 Make an Honest Woman of Her
Definition: Marry a woman who was seduced; restore her virtue and social standing. This phrase hails from a time when honesty and chastity were considered synonymous virtues.
Synonyms
- Tie the knot
- Put a ring on it
- Walk down the aisle
- Take the plunge
Antonyms
- Keep living in sin
- Leave at the altar
- Avoid commitment
Example Sentences
- “After years of dating, Tom decided it was finally time to make an honest woman of Lisa.”
- “Lou joked that they would need to make an honest woman of ancient music classics like ‘Twinkle Twinkle Little Star’.”
Humorous Quote
“Love is a sweet dream, and marriage is the alarm clock.” – Jewish proverb
Thought-Provoking Insight
In today’s society, does the notion of “making an honest woman” still hold any real weight? How have our views on relationships, virtue, and honesty evolved?
Related Expressions
- Shotgun wedding
- Better late than never
- Put a ring on it
- Settle down
Proverbs
- “Marry in haste, repent at leisure.”
- “A good marriage is like a casserole: only those responsible for it really know what goes into it.”
Suggested Literature
- Book: “Pride and Prejudice” by Jane Austen - A classic dive into marriage, virtue, and social standards.
- Poetry: “Cinderella” by Anne Sexton – A darker retelling that turns fairy tales on their head.
- Song: “Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)” by Beyoncé - A modern anthem demanding commitment.
- Movie: “The Proposal” (2009) - A sensory romance that flips traditional roles.
Spice up your knowledge with a fun quiz! 🎉
### Which of these phrases is in line with the idiom "make an honest woman of her"?
- [x] Walk down the aisle
- [ ] Dive into a chocolate pool
- [ ] Dancing under a purple moon
- [ ] Spinning like a top
> **Explanation**: "Walk down the aisle" signifies getting married, akin to "make an honest woman of her."
### True or False: 'Make an honest woman of her' implies honesty in deed rather than just marriage?
- [x] True
- [ ] False
> **Explanation**: Historically, making an honest woman means restoring societal respect usually through marriage.
### Match the phrase with its appropriate action: "Put a ring on it."
- [x] Commit to marriage
- [ ] Spin around frantically
- [ ] Distribute cookies
- [ ] Fly to Mars
> **Explanation**: "Put a ring on it" (popularized by Beyoncé) means to get engaged or married.
📚 Keep exploring the quirks of language while questioning societal norms! May your words always lead to enlightening discoveries. - E. Dixit Truthsayer
