commemorate
Translation
to remember, to celebrate, to honor the memory of
Examples
A statue was built to commemorate the hero.
A statue was built to commemorate the hero.
We commemorate this day with a special ceremony.
We commemorate this day with a special ceremony.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to remember and show respect for (sb. or sth.) A statue was built to commemorate the hero.
Similar Words
Synonyms: celebrate, honor, observe
Etymology
From Latin 'com-' (together) + 'memorare' (to bring to mind), from 'memor' (mindful). Literally 'to remember together'.
Memory Tips
Think 'com-' (come together) + 'memor' (memory). People come together to share a memory of a person or event.