Commemorated Meaning in English
word · lemma: commemorate
Definition
Remembered and honored an important event or person, usually with a ceremony or special activity.
Usage & Nuances
'Commemorated' is formal and often used with anniversaries, memorials, and historical events. Collocations: 'commemorated with a ceremony', 'commemorated annually'. Commonly confused with 'celebrated', but 'commemorate' focuses on remembering (not always joyful).
Example Sentences
The town commemorated its 100th anniversary with a big parade.
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Heroes who fought for freedom are commemorated every year.
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day is commemorated in January.
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The battle was commemorated by naming the park after the soldiers.
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The victims are commemorated with flowers every year at the memorial.
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He felt honored that his achievements were commemorated in the school’s hall of fame.
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