Definition

Relating to remembering someone or something, often used to honor a person or event.

Example

The memorial service was held to honor the contributions of the late leader.

Conversation

Did you hear about the memorial event this weekend?

Yeah, I think it's a great way to honor those we've lost.

I’d love to go and show my support for the cause.

Absolutely! It's important to keep their memories alive.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A structure or event that is created to remember and honor a person or event.

Example

The town built a memorial to honor the soldiers who fought in the war.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new memorial they built downtown?

Yeah, I saw pictures of it online; it looks really beautiful.

I think it's a great way to honor the people we lost.

Root Explanation

Memorial is formed from "memor" (meaning mindful or remembering) and the suffix "-ial" (meaning relating to). The word memorial refers to something that is related to remembering or honoring someone or something.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'mindful' ('memor') of someone or something, and the '-ial' means it's related to that act of remembering.

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