Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
deceased
adjective
/dɪˈsiːst/
Definition
A person who has died.
Examples
- The deceased left behind a considerable fortune.
- We gathered to honor the memory of the deceased at the memorial service.
Meaning
The term refers to someone who is no longer living. It is often used in legal contexts or discussions related to estates and inheritances.
Synonyms
- dead
- departed
- late
- fallen
