bereaved — having lost a close relative or friend through death
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having lost a close relative or friend through death
Pronunciation (IPA): /bɪˈriːvd/
Korean meaning: 가까운 친척이나 친구의 죽음으로 인해 상실감을 겪는
Korean pronunciation: 비**리**브드
Example Sentences
- The bereaved cat kept waiting by the door for his owner who would never return.
- The bereaved widow found comfort in her late husband's collection of dad jokes.
- Counseling services are available for bereaved individuals and families.
bereaved
ADJECTIVE//bɪˈriːvd//
having lost a close relative or friend through death
The bereaved widow clutches her late husband's photo at the quiet funeral.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'bereafian' meaning 'to rob' or 'to deprive', combining the prefix 'be-' with 'reafian'. The word evolved to specifically mean deprived of a loved one through death.
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📝Examples
“The bereaved cat kept waiting by the door for his owner who would never return.”
“The bereaved widow found comfort in her late husband's collection of dad jokes.”
“Counseling services are available for bereaved individuals and families.”
“The bereaved father planted a tree in memory of his daughter.”
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