Deceased (Noun)
Meaning
Someone who is no longer alive; "I wonder what the dead person would have done".
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The family held a memorial service to honor the deceased and celebrate their life.
- The lawyer read the will of the deceased, revealing the surprising beneficiary of the estate.
- The detective was trying to piece together the events leading up to the death of the deceased.
- The obituary listed the deceased's many accomplishments and charitable work.
- The friends and family of the deceased gathered to share stories and memories of their loved one.