What is another word for Epitaphic?

Pronunciation: [ˌɛpɪtˈafɪk] (IPA)

Epitaphic is an adjective that describes something that pertains to or is written on a tombstone or in memory of someone who has passed away. Some synonyms for this word include memorial, commemorative, eulogistic, and funereal. These words all suggest sentiments that are commonly associated with tombstones and remembering the dead. Memorial and commemorative tend to have a more positive connotation, whereas eulogistic and funereal emphasize the sorrowful nature of such writings. Other alternatives include commemorative, remembrance, obituary, and epitaphical. Each of these synonyms offers a slightly different shade of meaning, but they all refer to inscriptions on a tombstone or memorial marking the life and passing of a person.

What are the hypernyms for Epitaphic?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Epitaphic

You called it a Comedy Humaine in your announcement of my identity as the author in the Mirror of November 20, 1914. If the Epitaphic form gave added novelty I must confess that the idea was suggested to me by the Greek Anthology.
"Toward the Gulf"
Edgar Lee Masters

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