epitaph Antonyms
Meaning of epitaph
epitaph (n)
an inscription on a tombstone or monument in memory of the person buried there
a summary statement of commemoration for a dead person
epitaph (n.)
An inscription on, or at, a tomb, or a grave, in memory or commendation of the one buried there; a sepulchral inscription.
A brief writing formed as if to be inscribed on a monument, as that concerning Alexander: Sufficit huic tumulus, cui non sufficeret orbis.
epitaph (v. t.)
To commemorate by an epitaph.
epitaph (v. i.)
To write or speak after the manner of an epitaph.
epitaph Sentence Examples
- The epitaph on the tombstone read, "Here lies a man who lived a life of adventure and love."
- The epitaph on the gravestone was a beautiful poem that spoke of the deceased's life and accomplishments.
- The epitaph on the monument was a simple phrase that captured the essence of the person who had died.
- The epitaph on the war memorial honored the soldiers who had died in battle.
- The epitaph on the plaque commemorated the lives of those who had perished in a tragic accident.
- The epitaph on the statue was a tribute to the great leader who had shaped the nation's history.
- The epitaph on the door lintel of the temple was a prayer for protection and guidance.
- The epitaph on the amulet was a charm against evil spirits.
- The epitaph on the scroll was a message from the dead to the living.
- The epitaph on the rock was a reminder of the brevity of life.
FAQs About the word epitaph
an inscription on a tombstone or monument in memory of the person buried there, a summary statement of commemoration for a dead personAn inscription on, or at,
inscription,, tribute, hic jacet,obituary, obit, memorial, necrology, eulogy
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The epitaph on the tombstone read, "Here lies a man who lived a life of adventure and love."
The epitaph on the gravestone was a beautiful poem that spoke of the deceased's life and accomplishments.
The epitaph on the monument was a simple phrase that captured the essence of the person who had died.
The epitaph on the war memorial honored the soldiers who had died in battle.
