End-Of-Life Terminology

verb the action of ceasing to live or exist; undergoing death

adjective in the process of approaching death; gradually ceasing to exist or function

• The patient's condition is critical, and it seems like he is dying.
• I heard that old bakery down the street is dying out.
• My phone battery is dying, I need to find a charger.
• The art of calligraphy is dying in the age of technology.

noun a facility or program that provides palliative care for the terminally ill

adjective relating to or characteristic of a hospice

• The hospice provides end-of-life care for terminally ill patients.
• My grandmother is staying at the hospice while she receives treatment.
• I heard the hospice is the place to go for quality care.
• The hospice of creativity is where new ideas are nurtured and developed.

noun a remedy that alleviates pain or symptoms without curing the underlying cause

adjective relieving pain or alleviating a problem without dealing with the underlying cause

• The patient opted for palliative care to manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life.
• The doctor recommended palliative treatment to help ease the pain.
• I heard palliative care can really help with making things more comfortable.
• Sometimes, a kind word can act as a palliative for a troubled mind.