Top synonyms for “loss”: departure, deprivation, exit, expiration, going, passing, personnel casualty, red, and 2 more below.
Definitions
- (noun)the act of losing someone or something“everyone expected him to win so his loss was a shock”
- (noun)the disadvantage that results from losing something“his loss of credibility led to his resignation”
- (noun)the experience of losing a loved one“he sympathized on the loss of their grandfather”
- (noun)euphemistic expressions for death“thousands mourned his passing”
- (noun)military personnel lost by death or capture
- (noun)the amount by which the cost of a business exceeds its revenue“the company operated at a loss last year”
- (noun)something that is lost“the car was a total loss”
- (noun)gradual decline in amount or activity“weight loss”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "loss"?
Common synonyms for "loss" include departure, deprivation, exit, expiration, going, passing. Our thesaurus lists 10 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "loss"?
Antonyms for "loss" include gain. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "loss" mean?
the act of losing someone or something Example: "everyone expected him to win so his loss was a shock"
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