Memorial — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /mə-ˈmȯr-ē-əl/ me·mo·ri·al

Meaning & Definition of Memorial

Memorial (adjective)

  1. serving to preserve remembrance, commemorative
  2. of or relating to memory

Memorial (noun)

  1. something that keeps remembrance alive
  2. monument
  3. something (such as a speech or ceremony) that commemorates

Memorial (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. serving to preserve the memory of a person, thing, or an event

    "a memorial plaque on the bridge for a diver who died in the line of duty"

    similar: commemorating, commemorative, honorary, memorializing
    related: epitaphial, epitaphic, dedicatory, testimonial, canonizing, enshrining, exalting, glorifying

Memorial (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. something that serves to keep alive the memory of a person or event

    "the Vietnam War Memorial is a starkly beautiful testimonial to the bravery of the soldiers who served in Vietnam"

    similar: commemorative, keepsake, memento, monument, remembrance, reminder, souvenir, token
    related: memorabilia, relic, vestige, cairn, landmark, marker, testimonial, tribute, cenotaph

Related Entry: Memorial park (noun)

Memorial park is a different word from Memorial. The synonyms below are for memorial park, not for memorial.

  1. a piece of land used for burying the dead

    "Forest Lawn in Glendale, California, is the memorial park that serves as the final resting place for many of Hollywood's greatest"

    similar: boneyard, cemetery, God's acre, graveyard, necropolis, potter's field
    related: catacombs, churchyard, crypt, grave, mausoleum, sepulchre, sepulture, tomb, vault

Related Entry: Memorial parks (noun)

Memorial parks is a different word from Memorial. The synonyms below are for memorial parks, not for memorial.

  1. a piece of land used for burying the dead

    "Forest Lawn in Glendale, California, is the memorial park that serves as the final resting place for many of Hollywood's greatest"

    similar: boneyards, cemeteries, God's acres, graveyards, necropolises, potter's fields
    related: catacombs, churchyards, crypts, graves, mausoleums, sepulchres, sepultures, tombs, vaults

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Memorial

The most common words with a similar meaning to Memorial:

commemorating, commemorative, honorary, memorializing, keepsake, memento, monument, remembrance, reminder, souvenir, token

Related Words for Memorial

epitaphial, epitaphic, dedicatory, testimonial, canonizing, enshrining, exalting, glorifying, memorabilia, relic, vestige, cairn, landmark, marker, tribute, cenotaph

Word Forms of Memorial

Derived words: memorially (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Memorial

Middle English, from Latin memorialis, from memoria memory

First known use: 14th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Memorial

Words & Phrases Containing Memorial

Memorial Day, memorial park, Confederate Memorial Day

Frequently Asked Questions about Memorial

What does "Memorial" mean?

"Memorial" means serving to preserve remembrance, commemorative. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: serving to preserve remembrance, commemorative. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Memorial"?

Other words for "Memorial" include commemorating, commemorative, honorary, memorializing, keepsake, memento, monument and remembrance. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Memorial" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Memorial"?

There are 27 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Memorial". Common alternatives include commemorating, commemorative, honorary, memorializing, keepsake, memento, monument, remembrance, reminder and souvenir.

How do you use "Memorial" in a sentence?

Examples of "Memorial" in a sentence: "a memorial plaque on the bridge for a diver who died in the line of duty"; "the Vietnam War Memorial is a starkly beautiful testimonial to the bravery of the soldiers who served in Vietnam".

Is "Memorial" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Memorial" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

Is "Memorial" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Memorial" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Memorial"?

"Memorial" is pronounced /mə-ˈmȯr-ē-əl/ and divided into syllables as me·mo·ri·al.

What is the origin of the word "Memorial"?

"Memorial" comes from Middle English, from Latin memorialis, from memoria memory. First known use: 14th century.