winner vs loser
Definitions
noun
- the contestant who wins the contest
- a person with a record of successes
- a gambler who wins a bet
Examples
In her acceptance speech, the winner thanked the almighty and promised to do even better at the all-India level.
We were kept on tenterhooks for hours while the judges chose the winner.
The winners of these two encounters will contest the final from 7pm.
Definitions
noun
- a contestant who loses the contest
- a gambler who loses a bet
- a person with a record of failing; someone who loses consistently
Examples
Well, my boy Joey is eight years old, and he's a foul-mouthed dumb-ass little loser just like his father.
RHP Brandon Lyon parlayed his surprising spring performance into the opening day closer job, supplanting RHP Greg Aquino.
The closer he came the heavier the scent of barley-based ale became.
