Brief Definitions of the Antonym(s)
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
lose
To be deprived of something that one had or possessed.
Example
If you don't study hard, you will lose your chance to pass the exam.
give
To transfer the possession of something to someone else.
Example
She decided to give her old clothes to charity.
depart
To leave a place, especially for a journey.
Example
He had to depart early in the morning to catch his flight.
How are these antonyms different from each other?
- 1Lose implies that something was possessed but is no longer, while got implies that something was acquired or obtained.
- 2Give implies transferring possession to someone else, while got implies acquiring or obtaining something for oneself.
- 3Depart implies leaving a place, while got implies acquiring or obtaining something.
Good things to know
- 1Enhance Vocabulary: Use these antonyms to expand your vocabulary and express yourself more accurately.
- 2Improve Writing: Incorporate these antonyms in your writing to add variety and clarity.
- 3Enrich Reading: Look for these antonyms in your reading materials to better understand the context and meaning of the text.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of got are lose, give, and depart. These words convey the opposite meaning of acquiring or obtaining something. Use these antonyms to enhance your vocabulary, improve your writing, and enrich your reading experience.
