headstones

The word “headstones” has 2 syllables: head-stones

It's pronounced as /ˈhɛd.stoʊnz/


What is synonym and antonym for headstones?

In the thesaurus, “headstones” has 19 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for headstones along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for headstones

  • burials
  • crosses
  • gravestones
  • markers
  • memorials
  • monoliths
  • monuments
  • obelisks
  • pillars
  • plaques
  • sepulchers
  • sepulchres
  • sepultures
  • shrines
  • stones
  • tables
  • tablets
  • tombs
  • tombstones

Meanings of headstones

  • noun
    1. A gravestone, a grave marker: a monument traditionally made of stone placed at the head of a grave.
    2. The cornerstone or principal stone of a building.

Example Sentences

  • The cemetery was filled with old headstones covered in moss.
  • Volunteers cleaned the headstones during the community service day.
  • Many headstones bear elaborate carvings and inscriptions.
  • The historian photographed the headstones for archival purposes.
  • Children were taught to respect the headstones while visiting the graveyard.

On this page you'll find 19 synonyms or another words to headstones, such as: burials, crosses, gravestones, markers, memorials, monoliths, monuments.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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