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departed

/dɪˈpɑːr.tɪd/
de · par · ted
Plural:departed
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• adjective

1

Deceased or no longer living (used as a respectful euphemism for someone who has died).

Example

"The family gathered at the memorial service to honor their dearly departed grandmother."

2

Having left a place, or belonging to a past time that no longer exists.

Example

"The historian wrote wistfully about the departed glory of the ancient empire."

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• noun

1

A deceased person or people collectively (usually preceded by 'the').

Example

"During the annual festival, families light candles to remember the departed."

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• Rhymes for departed

• Nearby Words

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deodorizer
depart
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department
departmental
departmentalize

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the past participle of the verb 'depart', which entered Middle English via Old French 'departir' ('to divide or separate'), ultimately from Late Latin 'departire'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Departed. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/departed
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