posthumous  /ˈpɑst ʃʊ məs/ ? Meaning of "posthumous"

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Definition(s):

  • (adj) occurring or coming into existence after a person's death

Usage(s):

  1. Ted Kennedy offers no excuses for his role in the Chappaquidick crash in his posthumous memoir due out later this month.
  2. In honor of Bernie Mac's last performance, in Soul Men, PTI looks back at the most memorable posthumous movie performances of all time.
  3. Billboard magazine does not publish a posthumous pop chart, but if it did, Elvis and Tupac would have an everlasting grip on the top slots.

Quotes

  1. "I remember while Heath was still with us, there was incredible talk," said Colin Farrell, a musical or comedy acting nominee for "In Bruges." "It's not just recognition in a posthumous sense, not just the frenzy surrounding the circumstances...
    on Dec 10, 2008 By: Colin Farrell Source: San Francisco Chronicle

  2. And Oldman adds, "I think it's an incredible performance. I think it sets a new benchmark. It would surprise me if he didn't get a posthumous Oscar for it."
    on Jul 3, 2008 By: Gary Oldman Source: Showbiz Spy

  3. Caine said: "I think he'll get a posthumous Oscar nomination at least. I just watched him and talked to him for three days and I thought he was extraordinary."
    on Jul 12, 2008 By: Michael Caine Source: Sify

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