Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
commemorate
verb
/kəˈmɛm.ə.reɪt/
Definition
To honor the memory of someone or something with a ceremony or a symbolic gesture.
Examples
- Each year, we commemorate the sacrifices of our veterans.
- The statue was erected to commemorate the city’s founding.
- They held a charity event to commemorate the anniversary of the disaster.
Meaning
Commemorating is a way to remember and show respect for people, events, or achievements, often through special celebrations or memorials.
Synonyms
- Honor
- Remember
- Celebrate
- Pay tribute to
- Recognize
