Synonyms for

Death

Verb / deθ / Another word for death — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

the end of life; the permanent stopping of all the body's functions

Synonyms & similar words

demise dying end destruction last expiry birth decease death demise passing expiration decease departure end termination ceasing extinction annihilation destruction ruin loss vanishing elimination obliteration perishing cessation quietus sleep

Synonyms by register

Formal

demise expiration cessation termination

Informal

kicking the bucket croaking biting the dust pushing up daisies

Literary

the end eternal rest the great sleep

Antonyms

birth life existence beginning creation vitality animation

Common collocations

  • fear of death
  • face of death
  • death penalty
  • death rate
  • death toll
  • death certificate
  • death of a loved one
  • sudden death

Word family

noun death
adjective dead
adverb deadly

Usage note

While 'death' is a neutral term, its synonyms can carry different connotations. 'Demise' is often used in formal contexts, while informal phrases are best avoided in serious discussions.

Example sentences

  1. The death of his grandfather made him very sad.
  2. The doctor tried to prevent the death of the patient.
  3. The death of the flowers made the garden look sad.
  4. The death of the famous singer was on the news last night.
  5. Some people believe in an afterlife after death.

Quotes

  • To the well-organized mind, death is but the next great adventure. - J.K. Rowling
  • The fear of death follows from the fear of life. A man who lives fully is prepared to die at any time. - Mark Twain
  • Fear not death; for the sooner we die, the longer shall we be immortal. - Benjamin Franklin

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