Definition

Referring to beings that are no longer alive but are animated in a supernatural way, often associated with zombies or similar creatures.

Example

In the movie, the heroes must fight against the undead to survive the apocalypse.

Conversation

Have you seen that new horror movie about the undead?

Yeah, I watched it last weekend, it was terrifying!

I can't believe how realistic the undead creatures looked.

Right? The special effects were amazing!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Undead → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "dead" (from Old English "dead", meaning no longer alive). The word "undead" refers to beings that are not truly alive but also not fully dead, often used in the context of zombies or similar creatures.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being combined with 'dead' to remember that 'undead' refers to beings that are not truly alive.

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