Synonyms of the word

also-ran

• n. A person or animal who competed in a race but did not win.
• n. Figuratively, a loser; one soon to be forgotten.

contestant

• n. A participant in a contest.

loser

• n. A person who loses; one who fails to win or thrive.
• n. Something of poor quality.
• n. A person who is frequently unsuccessful in life.
• n. (derogatory) A contemptible or unfashionable person.
• n. One who or that which loses something, such as extra weight, car keys, etc.