undeceased

/ʌndɪˈsɛd/

Definitions

1. adjective

still alive; not dead

“The heir was entitled to the inheritance only upon the demise of the deceased or the undeceased.”

2. noun

a person who is still alive, especially in the context of inheritance or succession

“The court ruled in favor of the eldest son, who was the only undeceased heir.”

Synonyms

  • living
  • surviving

Antonyms

  • dead
  • deceased