Dictionary Only:
Profanity Off:

EPITAPH Synonyms

There are 8 synonyms of the word epitaph. (exact relations)
There are 5 hypernyms of the word epitaph. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for EPITAPH

Expand?WordSave?More Syns..UsageType
commemoration
nounn
noun

• a ceremony to honor the memory of someone or something

• a recognition of meritorious service

elegy
nounn
noun

• a mournful poem; a lament for the dead

eulogy
nounn
noun

• a formal expression of praise for someone who has died recently

• a formal expression of praise

inscription
nounn
noun

• letters inscribed (especially words engraved or carved) on something

• a short message (as in a book or musical work or on a photograph) dedicating it to someone or something

• the activity of inscribing (especially carving or engraving) letters or words

memorial
nounn
noun

• a recognition of meritorious service

• a written statement of facts submitted in conjunction with a petition to an authority

• a structure erected to commemorate persons or events

monument
nounn
noun

• a structure erected to commemorate persons or events

• an important site that is marked and preserved as public property

• a burial vault (usually for some famous person)

remembrance
nounn
noun

• the ability to recall past occurrences

• a recognition of meritorious service

tribute
nounn
noun

• something given or done as an expression of esteem

• payment by one nation for protection by another

• payment extorted by gangsters on threat of violence

Best Hypernyms For EPITAPH

Here is a list of related hypernyms for epitaph, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (5)
commemoration inscription lettering memorial remembrance

Alternatives for COMMEMORATION

WordDB Icon
WordDB
United Kingdom
Download the WordDB app directly on your home screen for instant access. No App Store necessary, less than 1MB storage, always up-to-date and secure.
1.
Tap on share button
2.
Tap on Add To Home Screenadd button
3.
Find WordDB App Icon on your home screen