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monument Synonyms

Another word for monument

Choosing another word for monument depends on context, so the 15 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A statue, building, or other physical structure erected to commemorate a notable person, group, or historical event.

Usage Example

"The city erected a marble memorial in the town square to honor the soldiers who fought in the revolution."

Strongest
memorial
Strong
cenotaph
statue
obelisk
shrine
Weak
mausoleum
monolith
headstone

• noun (Context 2)

A site or area of historical, cultural, or scientific importance that is preserved and protected for public heritage.

Usage Example

"The ancient cliff dwellings were recently designated as a national landmark by the government."

Strongest
landmark
Strong
shrine
Weak
sanctuary

• noun (Context 3)

An outstanding, enduring, and memorable example of a specific quality, achievement, or historical era.

Usage Example

"The revolutionary bridge design stands as a testament to human engineering and ingenuity."

Strongest
testament
tribute
Strong
milestone
landmark
masterpiece
exemplar

• Nearby Words

monthly
monthslong
montmorency
monument
monumental
monumentalize
monumentally

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