deleted

word · lemma: delete

Definition

Removed or erased from a place, list, or system, especially in computers or documents.

Usage & Nuances

Most common in digital or formal contexts. Often found as a label or past-tense status (e.g., 'deleted file', 'message deleted'). Do not confuse with 'removed' (broader) or 'erased' (can mean wiped completely).

Example Sentences

Oops, I just deleted last week’s report!

natural

My message was deleted from the chat.

basic

He has deleted the picture from his phone.

basic

The file was deleted by mistake.

basic

All the old photos got deleted during the update.

natural

If a comment gets deleted, it usually means it broke the rules.

natural