FUNERALS Synonyms: 14 Similar and Opposite Words

funerals

noun

plural of funeral

as in obsequies

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Recent Examples of funerals Since then, the 65-year-old has only made public appearances at family events, including his parents' funerals and, most recently, the funeral of Britain's Duchess of Kent, Katharine, in September. —

Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 30 Oct. 2025

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burials

Noun

In Bunia and Rwampara, 75 decontaminations and 57 safe and dignified burials have been carried out by teams directly supported by UNICEF and partners.

— Maryanne Murray Buechner, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Archaeologists long knew the Tequesta had a substantial presence along the Miami River, and previous excavations had turned up evidence of indigenous burials and settlement thousands of years old.

— Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 30 June 2026