commemorate Definition
- 1to honor the memory of someone or something, especially with a ceremony or a monument
- 2to serve as a memorial or reminder of an event or person
Using commemorate: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "commemorate" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The statue was built to commemorate the founder of the city.
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We will commemorate the anniversary of the war with a parade.
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The museum was opened to commemorate the victims of the tragedy.
commemorate Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with commemorate
to celebrate an important achievement or event
Example
We are commemorating the company's 50th anniversary with a special event.
to honor and remember a deceased person
Example
The memorial service will commemorate the life of our beloved friend.
to mark a special event or occasion with a ceremony or celebration
Example
We will commemorate the opening of the new building with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Origins of commemorate
from Latin 'commemoratus', past participle of 'commemorare', meaning 'to recall to memory'
Summary: commemorate in Brief
The verb 'commemorate' [kuh-mem-uh-reyt] means to honor the memory of someone or something, often through a ceremony or monument. It can also refer to serving as a reminder of an event or person. Examples include 'The statue was built to commemorate the founder of the city' and 'We will commemorate the anniversary of the war with a parade.' Phrases include 'commemorate a milestone,' 'commemorate a person,' and 'commemorate an occasion.'
