Meaning of the word passed in English

What does passed mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

passed

US /pæst/
UK /pɑːst/

Verb

1.

move or cause to move in a specified direction

Example:
He passed me the salt.
A car passed by the house.
2.

go past or across; leave behind or to one side in going

Example:
We passed the old church on our way.
The runner passed his opponent in the last lap.
3.

successfully complete an examination or course

Example:
She passed her driving test on the first attempt.
He passed all his exams with flying colors.
4.

die

Example:
His grandmother passed away peacefully in her sleep.
The old king passed after a long illness.

Adjective

gone by in time and no longer existing

Example:
In passed years, things were different.
The passed generation had different values.