lose Synonyms
Another word for lose
• verb (Context 1)
To be deprived of or cease to have or retain something, whether by accident, misfortune, or natural gradual decline.
"Many deciduous trees forfeit their leaves in late autumn as temperatures drop."
• verb (Context 2)
To become unable to find someone or something after misplacing it.
"Make sure to zip your pocket so you do not misplace your keys during the hike."
• verb (Context 3)
To fail to win a game, contest, argument, or election.
"Even if our debate team should forfeit the final round, we have learned a great deal from the tournament."
• verb (Context 4)
To fail to make use of, take advantage of, or keep up with time or an opportunity.
"We must not miss this rare opportunity to modernize the public transit system."
• verb (Context 5)
To evade, outdistance, or shake off a pursuer.
"The fox darted into the dense underbrush to evade the hounds."
Opposites of lose
The opposite of lose shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: