stillborn

/ˈstɪlbɔrn/

Definitions

1. adjective

born dead, especially a baby that dies before or during birth

“The couple was devastated by the loss of their stillborn child.”

2. noun

a baby that is born dead, especially one that dies before or during birth

“The stillborn was buried in a special ceremony by the hospital.”

Synonyms

  • aborted
  • miscarried

Antonyms

  • alive
  • viable