Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
commemorate-an-event
verb
/kəˈmɛm.ə.reɪt/
Definition
To honor or remember an event through a special celebration or activity.
Examples
- Every year, we commemorate the anniversary of our team’s victory with a special dinner.
- The community came together to commemorate the historic event with a parade.
- We should commemorate the lives lost during the tragedy with a memorial service.
Meaning
Commemorating an event means recognizing and reflecting on its significance, often through ceremonies or gatherings.
Synonyms
- Honor
- Celebrate
- Remember
- Observe
- Recognize
