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 Words From

• unde·parted adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of departed¹

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

Example Sentences

Russia was memorably described by our departed friend Senator John McCain as “a gas station run by a mafia … masquerading as a country.”

From Time

The band was still on its way back as De Blasio and his wife departed.

From The Daily Beast

One example would be how fascinating it must be to be Martin Scorsese and have an Oscar at home for The Departed.

From The Daily Beast

First, the ghost of his departed partner, Jacob Marley, comes calling, his face emerging from the doorknob.

From The Daily Beast

In the 54 years since they departed, Belgika has been forgotten by the outside world.

From The Daily Beast

The Departed star is also a very savvy businessman, having produced hit shows like Boardwalk Empire and Entourage.

From The Daily Beast

And the girl, scarce believing her good fortune, departed with a speed that bordered on the ludicrous.

From Project Gutenberg

Frulein Fichtner had already departed, but the first violinist played Mendelssohn's famous concerto for violin.

From Project Gutenberg

Having reduced Punch to a second agony of tears Harry departed upstairs with the news that Punch was still rebellious.

From Project Gutenberg

"If you please," continued Mr Bellamy, nodding to them very graciously; and they departed.

From Project Gutenberg

The umpires, having partaken of a dram, shook hands and departed, as they had to drive out of town that night.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• deceased