Bereaved vs. Bereft
Bereaved
Definition
Bereaved refers to those who have lost a loved one, especially through death.
Bereft
Definition
Bereft means deprived of or lacking something, especially a non-material asset, or feeling a deep sense of loss.
Example
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The bereaved family held a memorial service for their grandmother.
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Support groups are available for the bereaved to help them cope with their loss.
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The community came together to support the bereaved after the tragic accident.
Example
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He felt bereft of hope after losing his job.
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The once vibrant garden looked bereft of life after the drought.
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She was bereft of friends when she moved to a new city.
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