Question

Choose the word which best expresses the opposite of the given word:
GAIN.

a) Loose
b) Fall
c) Lost
d) Lose

Answer 1

Hint: The word “gain” is a verb which means to obtain or secure something. It could also refer to an increase in the rate or amount of something.

Complete step by step solution:

Let us decipher the meaning of each given option.

Option a “loose” is used to refer to something which is not firmly or tightly fixed in place. It can also be used for a piece of clothing that does not fit tightly. This is not the opposite of the given word, nor is it related to it. Therefore, option a “loose” is incorrect.

Option b “fall” is a verb which means to move downwards, typically rapidly and freely without control. This is not the opposite of “gain” in terms of meaning. Thus, option b is incorrect.

Option c “lost” is a past participle of lose. It is an adjective which can either be used to refer to someone who is unable to find one’s way or can denote something that has been taken away or cannot be recovered. This is not the opposite of “gain”.

Option d “lose” a verb which means to be deprived of something or to become unable to find (someone or something). This is the opposite of the word “gain”. Thus, the correct answer is option d.

Note: Do not confuse lost as the opposite of gain. Lost is the past participle of lose and gain is not in its past participle form.