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Cremated

Verb / ˈkri:meɪtɪd / Another word for cremated — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Cremated means to burn a dead body into ashes as a way of disposing of it.

Synonyms & similar words

cremate incinerate burn consume destroy disintegrate annihilate eliminate eradicate obliterate extinguish smoke carbonize char scorch toast vaporize flame ignite smolder

Example sentences

  1. My grandfather was cremated after he passed away.
  2. Some people choose to be cremated instead of buried in a casket.
  3. It is important to follow cultural and religious customs when cremating a body.
  4. The cremation process can take several hours.
  5. The family decided to have a small ceremony after the cremation.

Quotes

  • She planned to be cremated, but I didn't know where she wanted her ashes scattered. I thought of the beach, but she hated the sun. I thought of the mountains, but she hated the cold. Finally, I settled on the place where we first met. I spread her ashes in the aisle of the grocery store. - Jarod Kintz
  • I don't want to be cremated. I want to be buried in a very, very expensive box. - Christine McVie
  • I'd like to be cremated, and I'd like my ashes to be scattered somewhere lovely... somewhere peaceful... somewhere with a view. - Linda McCartney

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