innocently divorced

The phrase "innocently divorced" is used to describe a person who is separated from their spouse without being at fault for the breakdown of the marriage.

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Definition

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(formal)Separated from a spouse without any fault or wrongdoing on one's part.

Example

  • She was innocently divorced, as her husband was the one who committed infidelity.
  • Being innocently divorced, he faced no accusations of wrongdoing during the proceedings.