Synonyms

commemorative

American

[kuh-mem-uh-rey-tiv, -er-uh-tiv] / kəˈmɛm əˌreɪ tɪv, -ər ə tɪv /

adjective

serving to commemorate.

a commemorative monument; a commemorative dinner.
(of a coin, medal, or postage stamp) issued to commemorate a historical event, to honor the memory of a personage, etc.

noun

anything that commemorates.

Other Word Forms

commemoratively adverb
commemorativeness noun
noncommemorative adjective
noncommemoratively adverb
uncommemorative adjective
uncommemoratively adverb

Etymology

Origin of commemorative

First recorded in 1605–15; commemorat(ion) + -ive

Example Sentences

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The Commonwealth Day is a commemorative event meant to celebrate the diversity, unity and shared values of the 56 member nations.

From BBC

Jeong’s affinity for the whimsical beagle was passed down to her from her parents, who furnished their home with commemorative “Peanuts” coffee table books.

From Los Angeles Times

Each day, a carpet of petals, handwritten notes, commemorative stones and candles grew out from the gates of the Bondi Pavilion.

From BBC

“The American people deserve a commemorative coin celebrating our great nation,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal

He also shared that limited quantities of the commemorative jersey are available for fans to purchase with or without his autograph.

From Los Angeles Times

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