FUNERALS Synonyms: 14 Similar and Opposite Words

funerals

noun

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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

The Iranian government has not allowed the media to publicize anti-regime voices from within Iran, and no one against the war or the regime would speak to CBS News on camera at the burials, even with the promise of anonymity.

— CBS News, CBS News, 10 Mar. 2026
It customary for an air of mystery to surround the burials of drug lords in Mexico, something their supporters take advantage of to try to elevate them to legend.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 3 Mar. 2026