English Synonym Finder

lose

Definitions

To be deprived of or cease to have something, typically by accident or negligence.

To fail to win a game, contest, or argument.

To become unable to find something or someone.

Examples

If you do not practice, you will likely lose the game.

It is easy to lose your keys when you are in a hurry.

She did not want to lose her chance to study abroad.

Synonyms

misplace forfeit drop surrender fail miss squander

Antonyms

find win gain keep retain acquire obtain