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Definitions

memorial

[muh-mawr-ee-uhl, -mohr-] / məˈmɔr i əl, -ˈmoʊr- /
ADJECTIVE
commemorative
Synonyms
STRONG
remembering
WEAK
canonizing celebrative commemoratory consecrating consecrative dedicatory deifying enshrining in tribute memorializing monumental
Antonyms
WEAK
abusive dishonorable
NOUN
monument, testimonial in honor, praise
Synonyms
STRONGEST
ceremony headstone mausoleum plaque remembrance statue tombstone
STRONG
cairn column inscription keepsake memento monolith obelisk pillar record relic reminder shaft slab souvenir stele tablet token trophy

Example Sentences

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Never mind that this makes no sense, that no human has ever hated something as sweet and totally innocuous as a memorial.

From Salon • Mar. 19, 2026

A special 5K memorial walk is taking place at 11:00 local time on Sunday in Buncrana to remember the lives lost.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

The memorial centres "visibly demonstrate what happens when the dignity of all human beings is not protected," they said in a joint statement.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

In a salty touch, the first thing Kenna does is remove his roadside cross, claiming he hated memorial shrines.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026

Hugs, tears, and lots of donations for the memorial.

From "The Epic Fail of Arturo Zamora" by Pablo Cartaya

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.