Synonyms for

Memorabilia

Verb / ˌmemɜ:ʌˈbi:ljʌ / Another word for memorabilia — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Objects kept or collected because of their historical interest, especially those associated with memorable people or events.

Synonyms & similar words

souvenirs keepsakes mementos tokens remembrances relics artifacts collectibles trinkets curios antiques trophies plaques medals badges emblems pins buttons stamps postcards

Synonyms by register

Formal

mementos relics souvenirs

Informal

keepsakes trinkets stuff things

Literary

reminiscences relics

Antonyms

forgetfulness oblivion amnesia neglect ignorance

Common collocations

  • collectible memorabilia
  • sports memorabilia
  • historical memorabilia
  • personal memorabilia
  • vintage memorabilia
  • memorabilia collection
  • memorabilia display
  • memorabilia value

Word family

noun memorabilia

Usage note

Memorabilia refers to objects kept or collected because of their association with a person, event, or place. It is typically used in the plural form.

Example sentences

  1. My dad has a lot of movie memorabilia in his office.
  2. The museum has a collection of sports memorabilia.
  3. I bought a souvenir from the concert as a piece of memorabilia.
  4. She kept a ticket stub from the game as a memento.
  5. The antique store had a lot of interesting collectibles and memorabilia.

Quotes

  • Memorabilia aren't important. Memories are.
  • Memorabilia can be a way of holding onto the things you love, the things you are, the things you never want to lose.
  • Memorabilia is a way of touching history.

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