lapsed Meaning & Definition
What Does Lapsed Mean?
As a verb, lapsed means simple past and past participle of lapse. As an adjective, it means Discontinued; having ceased or gone out of use. As an adjective, it means (of a person) Changed to a less valued condition or state; especially having lost one's religious faith.
Lapsed at a Glance
| Part of speech | verb, adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //læpst// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | irreligious, nonchurchgoing and nonpracticing |
| Antonyms | practicing and devout |
| Comparative / superlative | more lapsed, most lapsed |
Lapsed Definition (Verb)
- simple past and past participle of lapse
Lapsed as an Adjective
- Discontinued; having ceased or gone out of use.
- Changed to a less valued condition or state; especially having lost one's religious faith.
- By extension, having changed a (secular) belief or adherence.
- Having passed from the original holder or authority; no longer claimed.
Verb
- To fall away gradually; to subside.
- To fall into error or heresy.
- To slip into a bad habit that one is trying to avoid.
- To become void.
- To fall or pass from one proprietor to another, or from the original destination, by the omission, negligence, or failure of somebody, such as a patron or legatee.
Adjective
- (of a person) Changed to a less valued condition or state; especially having lost one's religious faith.
- (of a legacy) Having passed from the original holder or authority; no longer claimed.
Synonyms of Lapsed
Lapsed synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Lapsed
Lapsed in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
lapsed
lapsed (not generally comparable, comparative more lapsed, superlative most lapsed)
Words That Rhyme With Lapsed
Pronouncing Lapsed
The standard pronunciation of lapsed is //læpst//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Questions People Ask About Lapsed
Is lapsed a verb or an adjective?
Lapsed is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as an adjective.
What is another word for lapsed?
You can replace lapsed with words such as irreligious, nonchurchgoing and nonpracticing. See the full list of lapsed synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of lapsed?
Antonyms of lapsed include practicing and devout.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of lapsed?
The comparative form is more lapsed and the superlative form is most lapsed.