posthumously

American  

[pos-chuh-muhs-lee, -choo-] / ˈpɒs tʃə məs li, -tʃʊ- /

adverb

1. after a person’s death, typically the death of the author or other artist.

   The sculpture, designed in 1967 by American artist Tony Smith, was exhibited posthumously.

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Etymology

Origin of posthumously

posthumous ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

The final book by an author and illustrator known for his contribution to children's books including Thomas the Tank Engine and Winnie the Pooh has been posthumously published.

From BBC

Coady, who was posthumously promoted from specialist, had awards and decorations including the Army Service Ribbon, the National Defense Service Ribbon, and the Overseas Service Ribbon, the military said.

From The Wall Street Journal

O’Hara is the first woman in the history of the Screen Actors Guild to earn an individual trophy posthumously.

From Los Angeles Times

Osbourne, who died last July, aged 76, was posthumously honoured with a Lifetime Achievement award at the ceremony in Manchester, which closed with an all-star tribute performance led by Robbie Williams.

From BBC

Osbourne, who died last July just weeks after his farewell performance in his hometown of Birmingham, will be posthumously honoured at the ceremony in Manchester on Saturday.

From BBC