commemorative
0 antonyms and opposites of commemorative, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Made or done in order to honor the memory of a person or event.
How to use commemorative
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From New Latin commemorativus, built on commemorare ("to commemorate").
Full origin of commemorative →Frequently asked questions
What does “commemorative” mean?
The word “commemorative” means made or done in order to honor the memory of a person or event. In plain terms, made specifically to mark or honor a person, event, or anniversary.
How do you use “commemorative” in a sentence?
Here is “commemorative” used in a sentence: “The city issued a commemorative coin to mark its centennial.”
What part of speech is “commemorative”?
Depending on how it is used, “commemorative” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “commemorative” come from?
The word “commemorative” comes from New Latin. From New Latin commemorativus, built on commemorare ("to commemorate").
Is “commemorative” a common word?
“Commemorative” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “commemorative” have?
“Commemorative” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: made or done in order to honor the memory of a person or event.