bereavement Definition
- 1the state of being sad because a family member or close friend has recently died
- 2the death of a family member or close friend
Using bereavement: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "bereavement" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
She is still struggling with the bereavement of her husband.
Example
The company expressed their condolences for the bereavement of their employee's mother.
Example
The bereavement of a child is one of the most difficult experiences a parent can go through.
bereavement Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with bereavement
time off work given to an employee after the death of a family member or close friend
Example
He took a week of bereavement leave after his father passed away.
emotional and practical help provided to someone who has recently lost a family member or close friend
Example
The hospice offers bereavement support to families who have lost a loved one.
a support group for people who have experienced the death of a family member or close friend
Example
She joined a bereavement group to help her cope with the loss of her sister.
Origins of bereavement
from Middle English 'bereven', meaning 'to deprive'
Summary: bereavement in Brief
The term 'bereavement' [bɪˈriːvmənt] refers to the state of being sad because of the recent death of a family member or close friend. It can also refer to the death itself. Examples include 'She is still struggling with the bereavement of her husband.' and 'The bereavement of a child is one of the most difficult experiences a parent can go through.' Phrases like 'bereavement leave' and 'bereavement support' denote time off work and emotional/ practical help, respectively.
