Bereavement (Noun)
Meaning
State of sorrow over the death or departure of a loved one.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The family was in a state of deep bereavement after losing their young daughter to a tragic accident.
- Her bereavement was so intense that she couldn't bear to enter the room where her husband used to sit.
- The company offered bereavement leave to its employees who had recently lost a family member.
- The counselor specialized in helping people cope with bereavement and move forward with their lives.
- The community came together to support the family in their time of bereavement and offer condolences.