Deceased
Pronunciation: /dɪˈsiːst/
Deceased (adjective)
- No longer living; dead.
Examples
- The deceased cat was buried in the garden.
- She spoke fondly of her deceased grandfather.
Common collocations: deceased relative, deceased pet, deceased person, honor the deceased, mourn the deceased
Deceased (noun)
- A person who has died.
Examples
- The deceased was honored at the memorial service.
- Family members gathered to remember the deceased.