relic (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈrɛlɪk/

Definition

An object or custom that has survived from a past time, often considered historically or culturally significant.

Examples

• The museum displayed a relic from the Roman Empire.

• This old photograph is a precious relic of my childhood.

• The traditions of the remote village are considered a relic of a bygone era.

Synonyms of relic

Words with a similar meaning to relic:

• remnant
• vestige
• artifact
• memento

Antonyms of relic

Words with the opposite meaning to relic:

• novelty
• innovation

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