An unsuccessful person can be described as a LOSER, FLOP, FAILURE, or alsoran. These terms all refer to someone who has not achieved their desired outcome or goal. A LOSER is someone who has been defeated in a competition or endeavor. A FLOP is someone who has failed to achieve the desired result. A FAILURE is someone who has not achieved success in any endeavor. An alsoran is someone who has not achieved the desired result despite having made an effort.