Departed (Adjective)

Meaning ¹

Well in the past; former; "bygone days"; "dreams of foregone times"; "sweet memories of gone summers"; "relics of a departed era".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Synonyms

• Gone
• Foregone
• Bypast
• Bygone

Meaning ²

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

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Usages

• Euphemism

Examples

• The departed soul was remembered fondly by all who knew her.
• Our dear departed friend will be deeply missed at the reunion.
• The family held a memorial service to honor their departed loved one.
• The departed patriarch had left behind a legacy of kindness and generosity.
• The departed king's funeral procession was attended by dignitaries from around the world.

Synonyms

• Gone
• Deceased
• At Peace
• At Rest
• Asleep

Related Words

• Departed (noun)