1. the states of being deprived of someone close through their death; periods of grief following such losses
Usage: plural form of bereavement

Examples

• The family suffered multiple bereavements in a single year.
• Support groups help people cope with recent bereavements.
• She took time off work following two close bereavements.
• The counselor specialized in helping children through bereavements.
• His poetry was influenced by the bereavements of his youth.
• The community rallied together during their collective bereavements.