Synonyms for

Perished

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

Definition

Perished means to have died or been destroyed.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

deceased expired demised

Informal

croaked kicked the bucket bit the dust bought the farm

Literary

vanished faded succumbed

Antonyms

survived lived thrived endured persisted continued lasted

Common collocations

  • perished in the fire
  • perished from hunger
  • perished at sea
  • perished in the accident
  • perished during the storm
  • perished in the collapse

Word family

noun perishing
verb perish

Usage note

Perished is a strong word, often used for dying in a violent or unfortunate way, such as in a disaster or from lack of resources. It is generally more formal than 'died'.

Example sentences

  1. The flowers perished in the winter frost.
  2. The ancient civilization perished due to a natural disaster.
  3. The fire caused the entire building to perish.
  4. The fruit perished before it could be harvested.
  5. The soldier perished in battle.

Quotes

  • Hope is like a bird that perches in the soul, sings a tune without words and never stops at all. - Emily Dickinson
  • The fire which enlightens is the same fire which consumes. - Henri Frederic Amiel
  • The things which are most important don't always scream the loudest. - Bob Hawke

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