requiem
n. countablen. a special piece of music or a religious service for someone who has died. It is often used to remember and honor the person's life.
n. a musical composition or a religious ceremony performed for the repose of the souls of the dead. Often used figuratively to describe a final act or tribute to something that has ended.
The choir performed a beautiful requiem for the late composer.
The orchestra's performance of the requiem provided a solemn atmosphere for the memorial service.
The novelist's final chapter serves as a haunting requiem for a lost era of innocence, blending personal grief with broader social commentary.
Usage
Often takes the preposition 'for' to indicate the person or thing being honored.
Last updated May 9, 2026