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Synonyms & Similar Words
eternity
paradise
heaven
hell
purgatory
limbo
nirvana
valhalla
reincarnation
resurrection
immortality
soul
spirit
ghost
specter
phantom
apparition
eternity
hereafter
futurity
posterity
postexistence
postmortem
posthumous
otherworld
underworld
netherworld
hades
abyss
Meaning of Afterlife
The word "afterlife" refers to a belief or concept of an existence or realm that continues after an individual's physical death.
Definitions
- The life or existence believed to follow death, especially in a spiritual or immaterial realm
- * A future state or existence believed to follow death, often seen as a reward or punishment for one's actions during life
Etymology of Afterlife
The term "afterlife" has its roots in Old English and Germanic languages, with "after" meaning "following" and "life" referring to existence or state of being
Historically, the concept of an afterlife has been present in various cultures and religions, with ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans believing in some form of post-mortem existence
Example Uses
- Many people believe in an afterlife, where the soul continues to exist after the body has died
- * The idea of an afterlife has been a central theme in many religions and cultures throughout history
- * Some people fear what will happen in the afterlife, while others see it as a chance for redemption or reward
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
nothingness
oblivion
extinction
annihilation
nonexistence
mortality
death
termination
cessation
ending
finale
conclusion
demise
destruction