obelisk
The word “obelisk” has 3 syllables: o-bel-isk.
It's pronounced as /ˈɒb.ə.lɪsk/.
What is synonym and antonym for obelisk?
In the thesaurus, “obelisk” has 2 synonyms.
Here are synonyms for obelisk along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for obelisk
- monument
- pillar
Meanings of obelisk
- noun
- A tall, square, tapered, stone monolith topped with a pyramidal point, frequently used as a monument.
- A symbol resembling a horizontal line (–), sometimes together with one or two dots (for example, ⨪ or ÷), which was used in ancient manuscripts and texts to mark a word or passage as doubtful or spurious, or redundant; an obelisk.
- A dagger symbol (†), which is used in printed matter as a reference mark to refer the reader to a footnote, marginal note, etc.; beside a person's name to indicate that the person is deceased; or beside a date to indicate that it is a person's death date; an obelisk.
- verb
- (of a dragonfly) To adopt the obelisk posture; to point the tip of the abdomen towards the sun.
Example Sentences
- The ancient obelisk stood tall in the city square.
- Visitors marveled at the intricately carved details on the massive obelisk.
- Surrounded by history, the weathered obelisk told stories of bygone eras.
- Shadows played on the surface of the imposing obelisk as the sun set.
- Local folklore wove tales around the mysterious powers of the ancient obelisk.
On this page you'll find 2 synonyms or another words to obelisk, such as: monument, pillar.
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