obit
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for obit, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A short published account of a person's death and life, especially in a newspaper; short for obituary.
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.
Etymology
From Latin obitus, "a going down, death," from obire, "to go down, to die."
Full origin of obit →Frequently asked questions
What does “obit” mean?
The word “obit” means a short published account of a person's death and life, especially in a newspaper; short for obituary. In plain terms, an informal short form of "obituary.".
How do you pronounce “obit”?
“Obit” is pronounced O-biht (/ˈɒbɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “obit” in a sentence?
Here is “obit” used in a sentence: “The local paper ran a warm obit for the retired teacher.”
What part of speech is “obit”?
“Obit” is a noun.
Where does the word “obit” come from?
The word “obit” comes from Latin. From Latin obitus, "a going down, death," from obire, "to go down, to die.".