ETERNALIZING Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

eternalizing

verb

present participle of eternalize

as in commemorating

to give eternal or lasting existence to the monument was created to eternalize the service and sacrifice of the sons of the village who fought in the American Civil War

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Larimer County is commemorating the anniversary and honoring the first responders and community members who were there 50 years ago.

— Elise Schmelzer, Denver Post, 27 July 2026
In the meantime, Roosevelt was sitting for an artist who was creating a medal commemorating the building of the Panama Canal.

— Tracy Grant, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 July 2026

Definition of commemorating

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The British luxury marque is celebrating 80 years of building cars at the storied production facility in Crewe with a one-of-a-kind Continental GTC.

— Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 29 July 2026
In this case involving a quintet of carefree, Jägermeister-loving young folk who are celebrating their college graduations with a trip to Thailand.

— Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026

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However, opinions on the continent on it still differ, with some calling it inefficient and perpetuating rather than aiding the climate crisis.

— Katharina Buchholz, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
Or, maybe someone who currently lives with you refuses to take ownership of perpetuating the mess downstairs.

— Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 June 2026

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