What does LOSER mean?

Definition of Loser

1. Parts of Speech: Noun

2. Definition: A person who fails frequently or is generally unsuccessful in life or a particular activity.

3. Pronunciations: US: /ˈlu.zɚ/; UK: /ˈluː.zər/

4. Origin and Usage: The word "loser" originated in the 16th century as a verb meaning "to lose or be defeated." The noun form of the word was first recorded in the early 19th century. It is commonly used to describe a person who is unsuccessful or has failed in some way. The word can be used in a derogatory manner to insult someone, but it can also be used in a more neutral way to simply describe a persons lack of success.

5. Synonyms: Failure, underachiever, nonstarter, unsuccessful person, defeated person.

6. Related Words: Loses, lores, roles, sorel, orles.

7. Example Sentences:

• Hes such a loser, he can even hold down a job.
• She felt like a loser after failing her driving test for the third time.
• The team was full of losers who couldn win a game to save their lives.