departed

[dih-pahr-tid]

adjective

1. deceased; dead.

2. gone; past.

noun

1. the departed,

   1. the dead person referred to.

   2. dead persons collectively.

departed

/ dɪˈpɑːtɪd /

adjective

1. euphemistic

   1. dead; deceased

   2. ( as sing or collective noun; preceded by the )

      the departed

Other Word Forms

• undeparted adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of departed¹

First recorded in 1550–60; depart + -ed ²

Example Sentences

In a way, he’s going through the same exact process I’m going through—suddenly encountering someone in Asamando who claims to be his recently departed relative, even though they look very different.

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“Truly,” she thought, “it is not easy to make plans that involve the supernatural, for who can predict the behavior of the dearly departed?”

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Some believed it was time for him to move on from his frozen former spouse, adding he should, "let the departed...rest in peace".

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Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman departed for the United States on Monday, the state news agency said, where the kingdom's de-facto leader is likely to press for security guarantees and advanced weaponry.

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Prendergast threw the kicking tee away in frustration and departed after an outstanding performance.

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Related Words

• deceased