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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The University of Denver has unveiled the ring commemorating the Pioneers' win in the 2026 NCAA Men's Ice Hockey Championships.

— Christa Swanson, CBS News, 12 Sep. 2026
Pictures of the disaster and cleanup hung on walls, along with quilts and art projects schoolchildren made commemorating the victims.

— Miles J. Herszenhorn, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2026

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Congressional Black Caucus week is underway in Washington, and an independent philanthropic arm of the House faction is celebrating 50 years ahead of November's midterm elections.

— Jay Stahl, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2026
Pokémon is turning 30, and retailers are celebrating with new trading cards, toys, collectibles and limited-edition collaborations.

— ABC News, ABC News, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of celebrating

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The decision to present Nico to the St James’ crowd ahead of the West Bromwich Albion Carabao Cup tie was inspired, perpetuating the positivity brought about by the training-ground announcement and opening-day Liverpool draw.

— George Caulkin, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026
Immigrant rights groups say the new rules exacerbate a truck driver shortage and inflame anti-immigrant bias by perpetuating the myth that all such drivers are unqualified.

— Andrea Castillo, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026

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