Synonyms of memorials

memorials

noun

plural of memorial

as in reminders

something that serves to keep alive the memory of a person or event

the Vietnam War Memorial is a starkly beautiful testimonial to the bravery of the soldiers who served in Vietnam

Synonyms & Similar Words

• reminders
• relics
• monuments
• souvenirs
• mementos
• tributes
• commemoratives
• keepsakes
• tokens
• remembrances
• landmarks
• testimonials
• cairns
• markers
• memorabilias
• vestiges
• cenotaphs

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of memorials

The National Mall memorials are either in the process of being built or are still in the pre-construction phases, with some projects further along than others. — Mike Stunson, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2026

Now, the state attorney general says the city must pay a fine or face a lawsuit for violating a state law protecting Confederate monuments and other longstanding memorials. — Riley Bunch, AJC.com, 10 Aug. 2026

Since 2022, Kristi and Steve have spoken at memorials, discussed the investigation with media outlets and appeared at court hearings. — Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 4 Aug. 2026

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un paid respects at war memorials marking the 73rd anniversary of the Korean War armistice, state media KCNA reported Monday, with his daughter joining him for the first time at the commemorations. — Reuters, NBC news, 27 July 2026

In 2014, he was arrested on charges of stealing signs from memorials dedicated to the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting victims. — Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2026

For major memorials and monuments, that review can involve years of consultation before participating agencies and parties reach an agreement on how adverse effects will be addressed. — Janay Kingsberry, The Atlantic, 19 July 2026

Though there are monuments and memorials — sidewalk plaques, benches, murals — sprinkled around the globe, there appear to be very few Jackson statues permanently displayed in the United States. — Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 17 July 2026

There was an outpouring of support from Hollywood, including multiple memorials, but the family has kept a very low profile since the tragedy, which is more than understandable. — Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 17 July 2026