Synonyms of tombstone

tombstone

noun

ˈtüm-ˌstōn 

as in monument

a shaped stone laid over or erected near a grave and usually bearing an inscription to identify and preserve the memory of the deceased

the historic cemetery's many tombstones marking the graves of children are telling reminders of the harshness of pioneer life

Synonyms & Similar Words

• monument
• stone
• plaque
• gravestone
• headstone
• marker
• cross
• tomb
• memorial
• obelisk
• tablet
• pillar
• burial
• shrine
• table
• monolith
• sepulchre
• sepulture

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of tombstone

The group comprises statue heads, a statue, an inscription, and funerary stelae (tombstones). — Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 6 July 2026

Well, James organized a Halloween party later that year that included decorations referencing the comeback from 3-1 down, and tombstone cookies with Curry and Klay Thompson’s names on them. — Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 2 July 2026

His father's tombstone usually has the American flag, Irish flag and a military flag flanking either side, but those appeared to be removed on Monday. — Brandon Truitt, CBS News, 25 June 2026

The skies are gloomy and overcast, fitting for a trip among the tombstones. — Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 18 June 2026