bereaved
Translation
having lost a loved one through death, grieving
Examples
We offer our sympathy to the bereaved family.
We offer our sympathy to the bereaved family.
The bereaved are often in need of support.
The bereaved are often in need of support.
Grammar Patterns
((as an adjective before a noun)) having suffered the death of a loved one We offer sympathy to the bereaved family.
((as a plural noun with 'the')) people who have suffered the death of a loved one The bereaved are often in need of support.
Similar Words
Synonyms: grieving, mourning, sorrowing
Etymology
The past participle of the verb 'bereave', used as an adjective.
Memory Tips
This is the state you are in *after* you have been 'bereaved' of a loved one.