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

Neither the $1 gold coin nor the 24K gold commemorative coin received approval from the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee, a nonpartisan group created by Congress to advise the treasury on coin designs. — Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 15 July 2026

Another is illustrated with a bald eagle and the Liberty Bell, while a third, commemorative All-Star Game bat is decorated in red, gold and blue, with stars on the handle along with Harper’s name and the date of the game on the barrel. — Caleb Mezzy, New York Times, 14 July 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