Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lost
Adjective
/lɔst/
Definition
Unable to find one’s way; not knowing one’s whereabouts.
Examples
- She realized her keys were lost when she couldn’t find them in her bag.
- The hiker was lost in the woods for several hours before he was rescued.
- Many people feel lost when they don’t know what to do next in life.
Meaning
When someone or something is lost, it indicates that they are no longer in their expected or usual location, leading to feelings of confusion or misplacement.
Synonyms
- misplaced
- missing
- gone
- forlorn
