vanished

word · lemma: vanish

/ˈvænɪʃt/
VA-nisht
/vˈænɪʃt/
VA-nisht

Definition

Something that has disappeared suddenly or completely and cannot be seen or found.

Usage & Nuances

Common in both formal and informal contexts, often used for people, things, or even ideas that disappear mysteriously or suddenly. Frequently used in stories and news reports. Similar to 'disappeared', but 'vanished' can feel more dramatic or mysterious.

Example Sentences

The cat vanished from the yard.

basic

All the cookies vanished in minutes.

basic

My keys have vanished again.

basic

They looked away for a moment, and the magician had vanished.

natural

All evidence of the accident had vanished by morning.

natural

It’s like my phone just vanished into thin air.

natural