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anniversary Synonyms

Another word for anniversary

Choosing another word for anniversary depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The date on which an event took place in a previous year, especially a wedding or historical milestone.

Usage Example

"Today marks the fiftieth jubilee of the founding of the national park."

Strong
jubilee
milestone
Weak
centenary
centennial
red-letter day

• noun (Context 2)

A celebration or commemoration held to mark the yearly return of a notable date or event.

Usage Example

"The couple planned a quiet dinner at their favorite restaurant for their commemoration."

Strong
commemoration
celebration
observance
jubilee
remembrance
Weak
memorial

• adjective (Context 3)

Relating to, occurring on, or commemorating the yearly recurrence of a past event or date.

Usage Example

"The publisher released a special commemorative edition of the classic novel with a new foreword."

Strong
commemorative
celebratory
memorial
jubilee
Weak
centennial

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Anniversary. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/anniversary
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