LOSING
/ˈluːzɪŋ/
6 letters · 2 syllables · verb, noun, adjective
Definition of LOSING
To cause (something) to cease to be in one's possession or capability due to unfortunate or unknown circumstances, events or reasons.
"He lost his hearing in the explosion."
To wander from; to miss, so as not to be able to find; to go astray from.
"I lost my way in the forest."
To fail to win (a game, competition, trial, etc).
"We lost the football match."
The process by which something is lost; a loss.
That loses or has lost.
"Being on the losing team is disappointing."
Synonyms of LOSING
Words with similar meaning
Examples of LOSING in a Sentence
- "He lost his hearing in the explosion."
- "I lost my way in the forest."
- "We lost the football match."
- "Being on the losing team is disappointing."
Word Details
Is LOSING a Scrabble Word?
Yes, LOSING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: LOSING uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for LOSING
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | l | o | s | i | n | g | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 7 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 10 |
Anagrams of LOSING
Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in LOSING
78 words from the letters in LOSING
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How to Use LOSING in Word Games
LOSING is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, LOSING is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble LOSING to find 78 additional valid words.