Diseased vs. Deceased
Diseased
Definition
Diseased refers to someone or something that is afflicted by a disease or illness.
Deceased
Definition
Deceased refers to someone who has died.
Example
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The diseased plants were removed from the garden to prevent spreading.
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The doctor diagnosed him with a diseased liver.
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Contaminated water can lead to diseased wildlife in the area.
Example
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The deceased was honored at the memorial service.
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The lawyer read the will of the deceased to the family.
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In the obituary, they shared fond memories of the deceased.
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