Woodlogos
Basic
ISEE Prep  /  Words  /  Basic  /  loss

loss

/lɒs/
loss lɒs
English Definition
n. the state of no longer having something
中文释义
损失，丧失
Significado en Español
pérdida
한국어 뜻
손실
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
sự mất mát
Show meaning in
Example Sentence

The company reported a loss this quarter.

这家公司本季度报告了亏损。

Synonyms
deprivation defeat decline
Know this word? Mark it mastered, or move on.
← Previous Next →

Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Choose the best synonym for the word “loss”:

  1. A gain
  2. B deprivation
  3. C profit
  4. D acquisition
Show answer

B — deprivation. “loss” means n. the state of no longer having something

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

The sudden ______ of her steady job was a great shock to the family.

  1. A loss
  2. B gain
  3. C profit
  4. D reward
Show answer

A — loss. “loss” means n. the state of no longer having something

More Basic-level ISEE words

best disconnect gain long-lasting longing looming lovely lower loyal possession shiny unaware

Common questions about “loss”

What does “loss” mean?

loss — n. the state of no longer having something. In Chinese: 损失，丧失.

How do you pronounce “loss”?

loss is pronounced /lɒs/. It breaks into 1 syllable: loss.

How do you use “loss” in a sentence?

The company reported a loss this quarter. (这家公司本季度报告了亏损。)

What are synonyms for “loss”?

deprivation, defeat, decline — all close in meaning to loss (n. the state of no longer having something).

Is “loss” an ISEE Basic-level word?

Yes. loss appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

Progress / 学习进度
1200 / 2445
49% through this level
Mastered: 0 / 2445 (0%)
⬇ Download the iSEE Vocab app to keep tracking your learning progress across sessions and devices. / 下载 iSEE Vocab App，持续跟进你的学习进度。
⬇ Download iSEE Vocab & keep learning / 下载 iSEE Vocab 继续学习