posthumous

/pəʊstˈhuːməs/

Definitions

1. adjective

happening or done after someone’s death

“The posthumous publication of her novel became a bestseller.”

2. noun

an honour or award given to someone after their death

“He was awarded a posthumous medal for his bravery in the war.”

Synonyms

  • afterlife
  • late

Antonyms

  • premature
  • prior