Bereavement Meaning
/bɪˈriːvmənt/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe state of being bereaved; deprivation; especially the loss of a relative by death.
Sentence Examples
Your bereavement saddens me.
I'm taking bereavement leave on Jan. 30 and 31.
I was very saddened by the news of your bereavement.
CEFR Practice Quiz
She took a leave of absence due to the sudden ____ of her father.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The company offers support to employees who are dealing with a ____ today.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English bereave Proto-Indo-European *-mn̥ Proto-Indo-European *-mn̥tom Proto-Italic *-mentom Latin -mentum Old French -mentbor. Middle English -ment English -ment English bereavement From bereave + -ment.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
She took a leave of absence due to the sudden ____ of her father.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The company offers support to employees who are dealing with a ____ today.