1. occurring, awarded, or appearing after a person’s death

Examples

• The author’s posthumous novel was published two years after his death.
• She received a posthumous award for her contributions to science.
• The museum displayed his posthumous paintings from the final collection.
• A posthumous biography revealed new details about the politician’s life.
• The soldier was given a posthumous medal of honor.
• Critics praised her posthumous album as her finest work.