What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
demise
Example
The demise of the company was due to poor management. [demise: noun]
Example
He sadly announced the demise of his grandfather. [demise: noun]
passing
Example
We mourned the passing of our beloved grandmother. [passing: noun]
Example
She announced the passing of her father with a heavy heart. [passing: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Passing is more commonly used than demise in everyday language, particularly in informal contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between demise and passing?
Demise is more formal than passing, and it is often used in legal or business contexts to refer to the end of an organization or institution.
