1. having died; dead
Usage: formal
2. having left or gone away

1. people who have died
Usage: formal; used with ‘the’

Examples

• We gathered to honor our departed friend.
• The departed guests left their coats behind.
• She still speaks fondly of her departed husband.
• The train had already departed when we arrived.
• We pray for the souls of the departed.
• His departed colleagues were remembered at the ceremony.
• The departed ship was spotted on the horizon.