departed

American  

[dih-pahr-tid] / dɪˈpɑr tɪd /

adjective

1. deceased; dead.

2. gone; past.

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noun

1. the departed,

   1. the dead person referred to.

   2. dead persons collectively.

departed British  

/ dɪˈpɑːtɪd /

adjective

1. euphemistic

   1. dead; deceased

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

      the departed

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Other Word Forms

• undeparted adjective

Etymology

Origin of departed

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

Example Sentences

In the 1920s and 30s the Marine Drive corniche, with its Art Deco buildings was constructed, birthing a uniquely modern architectural style that departed from the earlier Victorian Gothic character.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

He departed from Apple early, he said, because he thought it was too financially risky.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

“Tankers that departed the Gulf prior to the escalation have largely completed their journeys and discharged cargoes,” said Ole Hansen, head of commodity strategy at Saxo Bank.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

The two missing ships departed Isla Mujeres, in the Mexican state of Quintana Roo on 20 March.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

Through Kate’s mediumship, “grief had departed from Charles Livermore” by early 1866.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock

Related Words

• deceased