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lost vs missing

missing vs lost

lost is a noun but missing is not a noun.

lost and missing both are adjectives.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
lost Yes Yes No No
missing No Yes No No
lost (noun) missing (noun)
people who are destined to die soon
lost (adjective) missing (adjective)
no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered not able to be found
spiritually or physically doomed or destroyed nonexistent
not gained or won
unable to function; without help
not caught with the senses or the mind
perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment
deeply absorbed in thought
having lost your bearings; confused as to time or place or personal identity
cannot be recovered or regained
Difference between lost and missing

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