Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
recently-deceased
adjective
/ˈriːsəntli dɪˈsiːst/
Definition
A term used to describe someone who has died not long ago.
Examples
- The family is still grieving for their recently-deceased grandfather.
- Funeral services are being held for the recently-deceased community leader.
- She donated to a charity in memory of her recently-deceased friend.
Meaning
The phrase refers to individuals who have passed away in the near past, typically within weeks or months.
Synonyms
- newly dead
- recently passed
- lately departed
