Difference between Remember and Commemorate

What is the difference between Remember and Commemorate?

Remember as a verb is to recall from one's memory; to have an image in one's memory. while Commemorate as a verb is to honour the memory of someone or something with a ceremony.

Remember

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To recall from one's memory; to have an image in one's memory. To memorize; to put something into memory. To not forget (to do something required) To convey greetings. To put in mind; to remind (also used reflexively) To engage in the process of recalling memories.

Example sentence: Just remember, you can't climb the ladder of success with your hands in your pockets.

Commemorate

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To honour the memory of someone or something with a ceremony.To serve as a memorial to someone or something.

Example sentence: The memory of Audrey is in my innermost mind. And I don't need a foundation to commemorate her. That's perhaps a bonus, if you like.

We hope you now know whether to use Remember or Commemorate in your sentence.

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