Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
the-dead
Noun
/ðə dɛd/
Definition
Those who have died; deceased individuals.
Examples
- Many cultures have rituals to honor the dead during festivals.
- We should remember the dead for their contributions to society.
- Stories about the dead often explore themes of loss and remembrance.
Meaning
In a broader context, ‘the dead’ refers to people who are no longer alive, often used in discussions about mortality, afterlife, or cultural practices associated with death.
Synonyms
- deceased
- departed
- fallen
