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Departed

Verb / dɪˈpɑ:rtɪd / Another word for departed — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

no longer alive; gone away; left

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

deceased expired demised

Informal

gone passed on kicked the bucket

Literary

departed this life passed from this world

Antonyms

arrived stayed remained present here current living

Common collocations

  • departed soul
  • departed this life
  • departed loved ones
  • departed from
  • departed the premises
  • departed the earth

Word family

verb depart
adjective departed

Usage note

As an adjective, 'departed' usually refers to someone who has died. As a verb, it means to leave.

Example sentences

  1. He departed for his trip early this morning.
  2. The train departed from the station on time.
  3. My dog departed this world after a long and happy life.
  4. The company's CEO departed suddenly last week.
  5. She departed from her usual routine and tried something new.

Quotes

  • "The dead are not dead, but alive." - St. John Chrysostom
  • "Goodbyes are only for those who love with their eyes. Because for those who love with heart and soul there is no such thing as separation." - Rumi
  • "To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die." - Thomas Campbell

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