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

And, at least for some, veterans organizations like DAV seem like relics from another era. — Sonner Kehrt, Sacbee.com, 9 July 2026

Peter once ruled the small principality, and the saints’ relics rest there. — Diana Dukhanova, The Conversation, 6 July 2026

But preservationists wonder how many of the remaining relics of Orlando’s past will remain standing. — Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 July 2026

There are also permanent upgrades to health and attack power, as well as rare relics that enable unique skills, like multiple jumps. — Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 30 June 2026

Museum of Miami The Museum of Miami, formerly HistoryMiami, holds the relics and artifacts that were excavated at the Miami Circle. — Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 30 June 2026

Boruck, of Orland Park, and Brousil, of Tinley Park, have shared a lot together, including their passion for praying in the presence of holy relics. — Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 29 June 2026

It's taken a team of Cambodian investigators led by Brad Gordon, an American lawyer, more than 10 years to document the theft of thousands of ancient statues and relics by a British collector named Douglas Latchford. — Anderson Cooper, CBS News, 28 June 2026

Those collectible objects are presented side by side with theatrical relics, historical artifacts, and items collected by Bob during his travels. — Adrian Madlener, Curbed, 27 June 2026