bigamist

[ big-uh-mist ]

noun

1. a person who commits bigamy.

Other Words From

• biga·mistic adjective
• biga·misti·cal·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of bigamist¹

First recorded in 1625–35; bigam(y) + -ist

Example Sentences

His lawyer also gave the court accounts of Mr Leissner's deceit, calling him a "double bigamist" for twice being married to two women at the same time.

From BBC

But a bigamist who is the subject of a revenge blog is enticing enough of a subject for the filmmakers actually participate in tracking him down.

From Salon

Ms. Hynie’s lawyers have argued that Mr. Ahmed was a bigamist and that, as a result, her earlier marriage was void.

From New York Times

At first, I was watching and thought,"Is this going into 'Mrs. Wilson' territory? That miniseries where Ruth Wilson's had a bigamist spy grandfather?"

From Salon

At first, she tried to ignore the accusations and implications, but she refused to allow herself to be characterized as a bigamist.

From Literature