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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.

afterworld by and by byembye deadland next world other side spirit world spiritual world

How to use afterlife

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believe in an afterlife life after death

Etymology

A straightforward compound of "after" + "life."

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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.

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