monument (Meaning)
monument (n)
a structure erected to commemorate persons or events
an important site that is marked and preserved as public property
a burial vault (usually for some famous person)
monument (n.)
Something which stands, or remains, to keep in remembrance what is past; a memorial.
A building, pillar, stone, or the like, erected to preserve the remembrance of a person, event, action, etc.; as, the Washington monument; the Bunker Hill monument. Also, a tomb, with memorial inscriptions.
A stone or other permanent object, serving to indicate a limit or to mark a boundary.
A saying, deed, or example, worthy of record.
Synonyms & Antonyms of monument
monument Sentence Examples
- The majestic monument towers over the city, a testament to its rich history.
- The ancient monument has been meticulously preserved, revealing intricate carvings that tell tales of bygone eras.
- The fallen soldiers are honored with a poignant monument, a reminder of their ultimate sacrifice.
- The gleaming monument, a symbol of hope and unity, stands tall in the heart of the nation.
- The crumbling monument, weathered by time and neglect, whispers forgotten stories of a distant past.
- The monument's intricate details and symbolism invite visitors to explore its historical significance.
- The monumental sculpture, a masterpiece of its time, captures the essence of human emotion and struggle.
- The towering monument, a beacon of progress, marks a turning point in the city's development.
- The imposing monument, a symbol of authoritarianism, casts a long shadow over the people's freedom.
- The modest monument, nestled in a secluded garden, holds special meaning for those who knew the beloved person it commemorates.
FAQs About the word monument
a structure erected to commemorate persons or events, an important site that is marked and preserved as public property, a burial vault (usually for some famous
tombstone, stone, plaque, tomb, cross, obelisk, gravestone,marker, headstone, burial
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The majestic monument towers over the city, a testament to its rich history.
The ancient monument has been meticulously preserved, revealing intricate carvings that tell tales of bygone eras.
The fallen soldiers are honored with a poignant monument, a reminder of their ultimate sacrifice.
The gleaming monument, a symbol of hope and unity, stands tall in the heart of the nation.
