Commemoration - Meaning, Definition & English Examples
Definition:
The act of remembering and honoring a person or event, often with a ceremony or observance.
Synonyms:
remembrance, celebration, memorial, observance
Part of Speech:
noun
Antonyms:
forgetfulness, neglect
Common Collocations:
annual commemoration, solemn commemoration, commemoration service, commemoration event
Derivatives:
commemorate, commemorative, commemorating
Usage Tips:
Use "commemoration" for formal events honoring people or historical moments; avoid for casual memories.
Common Phrases:
in commemoration of, hold a commemoration, day of commemoration
Etymology:
From Latin "commemoratio," meaning "a calling to mind," derived from "com-" (together) + "memorare" (to remind).
Examples:
- 1. The city held a grand commemoration for the war heroes.
- 2. We attended a commemoration of the poet’s birth anniversary last week.
- 3. The plaque serves as a commemoration of their achievements.
- 4. A moment of silence marked the commemoration of the tragedy.