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Perished: meaning, definitions and examples

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perished

 

[ ˈpɛrɪʃt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

death or extinction

The term 'perished' refers to the act of dying, especially in a sudden or unexpected manner. It is often used in contexts where someone's life ends due to extreme conditions, accidents, or hostile environments. The word conveys a sense of finality and can evoke strong feelings of loss. It is commonly associated with dramatic events, such as natural disasters or wars, where lives are lost. In literature and historical narratives, 'perished' can underscore the tragedy of the situation.

Synonyms

deceased, died, expired, succumbed, vanished

Examples of usage

  • Many soldiers perished in the battle.
  • Several animals perished in the heatwave.
  • The ancient civilization perished due to famine.
  • All hope seemed lost as the ship perished in the storm.

Translations

Translations of the word "perished" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pereceu

🇮🇳 नष्ट हो गया

🇩🇪 verstorben

🇮🇩 tewas

🇺🇦 загинув

🇵🇱 zginął

🇯🇵 亡くなった

🇫🇷 péris

🇪🇸 pereció

🇹🇷 yok oldu

🇰🇷 사망했다

🇸🇦 هلك

🇨🇿 zhynul

🇸🇰 zahynul

🇨🇳 去世了

🇸🇮 umrl

🇮🇸 fór

🇰🇿 өлді

🇬🇪 გახდა მოკვდილი

🇦🇿 öldü

🇲🇽 pereció

Word origin

The word 'perished' originates from the Middle English term 'perischen', derived from the Old French 'perir', which comes from the Latin 'perire'. The Latin 'perire' means 'to pass away' or 'to die', combining the prefix 'per-' meaning 'through' or 'completely' with 'ire' meaning 'to go'. The evolution of the term reflects the development of the concept of death in various languages, emphasizing the irreversible nature of the ending of life. Over centuries, 'perished' has maintained its strong connotation of loss and finality, and it has been used in both everyday language and more literary contexts to convey the emotional weight of death. It is often employed in discussions of mortality and tragedy.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,989 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.