adj
lapsed
lapst
Lapsed (adj) means No longer active or valid; having expired through neglect or non-renewal. Example: “His gym membership is lapsed, so he can't get in.”
adj
1
No longer active or valid; having expired through neglect or non-renewal.
"His gym membership is lapsed, so he can't get in."
2
Having given up a religious faith or belief one used to hold.
"She describes herself as a lapsed Catholic."
"He's a lapsed vegetarian who now eats meat occasionally."
How to use lapsed
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes something (a policy, membership, or belief) that used to be active but has quietly ended.
Common pairings
lapsed Catholic
lapsed membership
lapsed policy
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- Comparative
- more lapsed
- Superlative
- most lapsed
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What does “lapsed” mean?
The word “lapsed” means no longer active or valid; having expired through neglect or non-renewal. In plain terms, describes something (a policy, membership, or belief) that used to be active but has quietly ended.
How do you pronounce “lapsed”?
“Lapsed” is pronounced lapst (/læpst/ in IPA).
How do you use “lapsed” in a sentence?
Here is “lapsed” used in a sentence: “His gym membership is lapsed, so he can't get in.”
What is the opposite of “lapsed”?
The opposite of “lapsed” — its antonyms — are practicing and devout.
What part of speech is “lapsed”?
“Lapsed” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “lapsed” have?
“Lapsed” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: no longer active or valid; having expired through neglect or non-renewal.
