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

The parents of a 5-year-old boy who died of cancer are pleading for the return of a commemorative statue stolen from a park dedicated to his memory. — Nikiya Carrero, CBS News, 9 Aug. 2026

Louvet highlighted Ralph Lauren’s collaboration with the US Postal Service (USPS) on a series of commemorative stamps celebrating America’s 250th anniversary, as well as its global A Sporting Life campaign, among successful engagement drivers. — Ella Graveney, Vogue, 6 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