Synonyms of commemorative

commemorative 1 of 2

adjective

kə-ˈmem-rə-tiv 

as in commemorating

serving to preserve the memory of a person, thing, or an event

commemorative stamps for the stars of American popular music

Synonyms & Similar Words

• commemorating
• memorial
• memorializing
• honorary
• dedicatory
• epitaphic
• testimonial
• epitaphial
• exalting
• glorifying
• canonizing
• enshrining

commemorative

2 of 2

noun

as in reminder

something that serves to keep alive the memory of a person or event

a stamp was issued as a commemorative of the event

Synonyms & Similar Words

• reminder
• memorial
• souvenir
• monument
• token
• tribute
• remembrance
• memento
• keepsake
• relic
• memorabilia
• landmark
• marker
• testimonial
• vestige
• cairn
• cenotaph

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of commemorative

Adjective

Rather than addressing the deeply damaging psychological impact that an armed law enforcement presence has on Black families trying to heal in nature, the administration offered standard procedural explanations and a commemorative coin. — Kimmie Gordon, Chicago Tribune, 22 Aug. 2026

On the Monday after a winning race, Wolff will convene a town-hall meeting where everyone gets a commemorative T-shirt and a glass of champagne. — Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 21 Aug. 2026

Noun

In addition to the Cash App Card Presale, fans who purchase tour merchandise using their Cash App Card will receive a free commemorative Don't Be Dumb album on vinyl featuring an exclusive, limited edition design (while supplies last). — Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 20 Jan. 2026