obelisks
The word “obelisks” has 3 syllables: o-bel-isks
It's pronounced as /ˈɒb.ə.lɪsks/
What is synonym and antonym for obelisks?
In the thesaurus, “obelisks” has 15 synonyms.
Here are synonyms for obelisks along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for obelisks
- crosses
- gravestones
- headstones
- markers
- memorials
- monoliths
- monuments
- needles
- pillars
- plaques
- shrines
- stones
- tables
- tablets
- tombstones
Meanings of obelisks
- 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.
Example Sentences
- Archaeologists uncovered ancient artifacts near the towering obelisks.
- Tourists gathered around the majestic obelisks to capture photos.
- In the desert, the landscape was dotted with sand-covered obelisks.
- The marketplace featured intricate carvings on miniature obelisks.
- Scholars studied the inscriptions on the weathered obelisks for clues to the past.
On this page you'll find 15 synonyms or another words to obelisks, such as: crosses, gravestones, headstones, markers, memorials, monoliths, monuments.
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