bereavement
2 synonyms for bereavement, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The experience of losing a close family member or friend to death, and the grief that follows.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
How to use bereavement
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
bereavement leave
bereavement counseling
sudden bereavement
Etymology
Built from the verb bereave ("to deprive of, especially by death") plus the noun-forming suffix -ment.
Full origin of bereavement →Frequently asked questions
What does “bereavement” mean?
The word “bereavement” means the experience of losing a close family member or friend to death, and the grief that follows. In plain terms, the state and process of grieving after someone close to you dies.
How do you pronounce “bereavement”?
“Bereavement” is pronounced bih-REEV-muhnt (/bɪˈriːvmənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “bereavement” in a sentence?
Here is “bereavement” used in a sentence: “The company grants five days of paid bereavement leave.”
What part of speech is “bereavement”?
“Bereavement” is a noun.
