afterlife
9 synonyms and 0 antonyms for afterlife, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A form of existence believed to continue after physical death.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use afterlife
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
A straightforward compound of "after" + "life."
Full origin of afterlife →Frequently asked questions
What does “afterlife” mean?
The word “afterlife” means a form of existence believed to continue after physical death. In plain terms, what (if anything) comes after death, or the later life a thing or idea takes on.
How do you pronounce “afterlife”?
“Afterlife” is pronounced AHF-tuh-lyf (/ˈæftɚˌlaɪf/ in IPA).
How do you use “afterlife” in a sentence?
Here is “afterlife” used in a sentence: “Many religions teach that there is an afterlife.”
What is another word for “afterlife”?
Words with a similar meaning to “afterlife” include afterworld, by and by, byembye, deadland, hereafter and next world.
What part of speech is “afterlife”?
“Afterlife” is a noun.
Is “afterlife” a common word?
“Afterlife” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “afterlife” have?
“Afterlife” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a form of existence believed to continue after physical death.