Synonyms of relics

relics

noun

plural of relic

as in corpse

a dead body

though it is believed that missionary died in New Guinea, his relics have never been found

Synonyms & Similar Words

• corpse
• remains
• carcass
• bones
• corpus
• stiff
• ashes
• cadaver
• corse
• deceased
• carnage
• mummy
• decedent
• carrion

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of relics

Things like trumpets cracking, lights failing, and the BBC presenter’s original record of the broadcast breaking – all remind us of the fragility of relics, said Finn. — Sheena McKenzie, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2026

Louisiana officials agree they’re no longer needed and describe them as relics of a time when Black students were forbidden from attending some schools. — ABC News, 6 Aug. 2026

The red and white Victorian farmhouse had belonged to their friend, the late Steve Baker, who served as the city’s longtime historian and had packed the property with thousands of antique relics over his lifetime. — Dakota Kim, Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026

The 35,000-square-foot space spans four floors, with ample room for exhibits featuring historical photographs and relics from the prehistoric era to modern day. — Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 6 Aug. 2026

Despite that, Miller’s love for what might now be considered relics never died. — Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 5 Aug. 2026

The recent release of 2026 Topps Chrome Baseball features Back-to-Back Gold Logoman patch autographed one-of-a-kind cards of Ohtani and Judge, taking those relics from jerseys worn in each of their 2024 and 2025 MVP seasons. — Larry Holder, New York Times, 27 July 2026

Without a mentor to guide him, Aang spends his spare time hunting for Air Nomad relics in an attempt to connect with his ancestry. — Alison Herman, Variety, 24 July 2026

There are also permanent upgrades to health and attack power, as well as rare relics that enable unique skills, like the ability to make multiple jumps. — Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 23 July 2026