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VocabJLPT N1

the deceased

Noun

Definitions

1. the deceased
2. the departed
3. old friend

This noun means a deceased person or someone who has passed away, used to refer respectfully to the dead. It is a formal and somewhat literary term used in obituaries, memorial services, and formal writing. Be careful not to confuse it with a similar-sounding word meaning "individual person."

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"Protect the deceased's reputation," the supervisor said firmly.

Sentence 2

"Let's raise a glass to the deceased," my friend said with a smile.

Sentence 3

A sudden silence makes the absence of the deceased all the more striking.

Sentence 4

If words can linger, I wonder if the voice of the deceased can too.

Sentence 5

We were asked to be mindful of the deceased's reputation in this matter.