Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

commemorative event

noun

/kəˈmɛm.ə.reɪ.tɪv ɪˈvɛnt/

Definition

An occasion or gathering held to honor or remember a particular person, event, or achievement.

Examples

An annual commemorative event was held in memory of those who served in the war.
The city organized a commemorative event to celebrate its 150th anniversary.
The school hosted a commemorative event for the late principal who dedicated years of service to the community.

Meaning

A commemorative event serves the purpose of celebrating or remembering something significant, often involving a ceremony or activities to reflect on the meaning and impact of the subject being honored.