What is another word for cemetery?
Pronunciation: [sˈɛmɪtəɹi] (IPA) 
Cemeteries are a final resting place for the deceased. However, there are several alternative words which can be used to describe a cemetery. Graveyard, necropolis, burial ground or burial site are some of the synonyms for cemetery. Some cultures refer to cemetery as a Churchyard or Holy ground, while other cultures describe it as a Martyrs' or Heroes' cemetery. Some other synonyms include final resting place, graveyard site, mortality park, and eternal home. Regardless of its name, the cemetery holds a special place in the hearts of the families of those who have passed on and serves as a place of remembrance for those left behind.
