cremate
3 synonyms for cremate, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To reduce a dead body to ashes by burning, as an alternative to burial.
Synonyms
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Less common
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How to use cremate
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
cremated remains
choose to be cremated
Etymology
From Latin cremare, "to burn up", first used in English in this sense in the late 19th century.
Full origin of cremate →Frequently asked questions
What does “cremate” mean?
The word “cremate” means to reduce a dead body to ashes by burning, as an alternative to burial. In plain terms, to dispose of a body by burning it.
How do you pronounce “cremate”?
“Cremate” is pronounced krih-MAYT (/ˈkɹimeɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “cremate” in a sentence?
Here is “cremate” used in a sentence: “She asked to be cremated rather than buried.”
What part of speech is “cremate”?
“Cremate” is a verb.
Where does the word “cremate” come from?
The word “cremate” dates back to around 1800 and comes from Latin. From Latin cremare, "to burn up", first used in English in this sense in the late 19th century.
