necropolis
The word “necropolis” has 4 syllables: ne-cro-pol-is
It's pronounced as /nɛˈkrɒpəlɪs/
What is synonym and antonym for necropolis?
In the thesaurus, “necropolis” has 20 synonyms.
Here are synonyms for necropolis along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for necropolis
- boneyard
- boot hill
- catacomb
- catacombs
- cemetery
- charnel
- charnel house
- churchyard
- city of the dead
- crypt
- funerary grounds
- grave
- graveyard
- mausoleum
- memorial park
- sepulcher
- sepulchre
- sepulture
- tomb
- vault
Meanings of necropolis
- noun
- A cemetery; especially a large one in or near a city.
- An ancient site used for burying the dead, particularly if consisting of elaborate grave monuments.
Example Sentences
- Archaeologists uncovered a vast necropolis containing hundreds of ancient tombs.
- Visitors to the city marveled at the eerie beauty of the ancient necropolis rising from the desert sands.
- The guide led the group through the labyrinthine streets of the necropolis, recounting stories of the souls laid to rest there.
- Legends whispered of the cursed treasures hidden within the depths of the forgotten necropolis.
- Scholars studied the inscriptions on the tombs in the necropolis to learn about the beliefs and customs of the ancient civilization.
On this page you'll find 20 synonyms or another words to necropolis, such as: boneyard, boot hill, catacomb, catacombs, cemetery, charnel, charnel house.
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