A shotgun wedding also known as an arranged marriage, is a term that describes a forced union between two people, usually due to an unexpected pregnancy. Other synonyms for the term include quickie wedding, forced marriage, hasty marriage, and rushed marriage. The term "marriage of convenience" is used when the couple does not necessarily have romantic feelings for each other but rather get married for practical reasons. Additional terms include a desperate match, compelled marriage, and emergency marriage. Regardless of the synonym used, a shotgun marriage signifies a hurried and potentially unhappy union, with little opportunity for love and romance to blossom.