necrology
The word “necrology” has 4 syllables: nec-ro-lo-gy
It's pronounced as /nɛˈkrɒlədʒi/
What is synonym and antonym for necrology?
In the thesaurus, “necrology” has 14 synonyms and 1 antonym.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for necrology along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for necrology
- announcement
- death announcement
- death notice
- epitaph
- eulogy
- hic jacet
- inscription
- memorial
- mortuary tribute
- obit
- obituary
- register
- testimonial
- tribute
Antonyms for necrology
- birth announcement
Meanings of necrology
- noun
- (church history) A church register containing the names of those connected with the church who have died.
- A listing of people who have died during a specific period of time.
- A notice of death.
- The study of death or the dead.
Example Sentences
- The library's collection includes a comprehensive necrology of notable individuals from the town's history.
- The historian consulted the necrology to compile a list of influential figures who passed away during that era.
- The local newspaper publishes a weekly necrology section to honor community members who have recently died.
- The university's alumni magazine features a regular necrology column to commemorate the lives of former students.
- The church keeps a detailed necrology documenting the deaths of parishioners and clergy members throughout the years.
On this page you'll find 15 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to necrology, such as: announcement, birth announcement, death announcement, death notice, epitaph, eulogy, hic jacet.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
Related Words
obituary
- announcement
- death notice
- epitaph
- eulogy
- hic jacet
- inscription
- memorial
- mortuary tribute
- necrology
- obit
- register
- testimonial
- tribute