Synonyms of posthumous

posthumous

adjective

ˈpäs-chə-məs 

as in delayed

occurring after one's death

the soldier was awarded a posthumous medal for valor

Synonyms & Similar Words

• delayed
• postmortem
• belated
• late

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of posthumous

Ledger famously won a posthumous Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for his performance as the Joker in Nolan’s Batman sequel. — Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 16 July 2026

Since Kahlo became a posthumous sensation, her works have attracted deep-pocket collectors, among them Madonna. — Los Angeles Times, 14 July 2026

And there’s another posthumous appearance from Charlie to bridge the Stones’ Watts and Watt eras. — Stuart Berman, Pitchfork, 13 July 2026

Boseman received a posthumous Academy Award nomination for his performance in Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom; Anthony Hopkins won the award at the 2021 Oscars for The Father. — Tommy McArdle, PEOPLE, 10 July 2026

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