Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

memorialize

verb
/mɪˈmɔːr.ɪ.ə.laɪz/
Definition
To commemorate or honor someone or something, often by establishing a memorial.
Examples
  • The community gathered to memorialize the fallen soldiers with a ceremony.
  • She wrote a book to memorialize her grandmother’s life and experiences.
  • They placed a plaque in the park to memorialize the founding of the town.
Meaning
To create a lasting memory or tribute to a person or event, often to remember their significance.
Synonyms
  • Commemorate
  • Honor
  • Celebrate
  • Remember