Deceased (Adjective)

Meaning

Dead; "he is deceased"; "our dear departed friend".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Usages

• Euphemism

Examples

• The funeral service for the deceased will be held tomorrow morning.
• She still lives in the house she shared with her deceased husband.
• Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family of the deceased during this difficult time.
• The lawyer explained the details of the deceased's will to the assembled family members.
• A trust fund was set up for the children of the deceased employee.

Synonyms

• Gone
• Departed
• At Peace
• At Rest
• Asleep