afterlife

noun

af·​ter·​life ˈaf-tər-ˌlīf 

1

: an existence after death

2

: a later period in one's life

3

: a period of continued or renewed use, existence, or popularity beyond what is normal, primary, or expected

a TV show with a long afterlife in syndication

Synonyms

• afternoon
• age
• autumn
• evening

Examples of afterlife in a Sentence

Does he believe in an afterlife?

written in afterlife, his memoirs reveal a kinder, more forgiving man

Recent Examples on the Web

While Karin’s determination to spend more time with her mother in the absence of a reliable father does enrich the film emotionally, one complaint is that the mechanics of how hell or the afterlife in general operate are never expanded on. —Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 22 June 2024

Unlike other Industry productions, this one will have a necessary afterlife. —Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2024

Dressing for the afterlife has been well documented throughout history. —Sabina Wex, Glamour, 17 June 2024

Tigers Are Not Afraid Watch on Shudder The Vigil Year: 2019 Runtime: 1h 29m Director: Keith Thomas In the Hasidic community, someone is supposed to watch over a dead body shortly after passing to ensure safe passage to the afterlife. —Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 11 June 2024

Word History

Etymology

after- + life entry 1

First Known Use

1589, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Kids Definition

afterlife

noun

af·​ter·​life -ˌlīf 

1

: an existence after death

2

: a later period in one's life