1. a person or thing that loses or has lost something, especially a competition
2. a person who is generally unsuccessful in life or is considered to be a failure
Usage: informal; often derogatory

Examples

• The loser of the chess match congratulated his opponent.
• She felt like a loser after failing the driving test twice.
• Don’t call him a loser just because he didn’t make the team.
• The election loser gave a gracious concession speech.
• He’s tired of being seen as a loser by his classmates.
• Every game has a winner and a loser.
• She refused to accept being labeled a loser.