Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

no-hoper

noun
/ˈnəʊˌhəʊ.pər/
Definition
A person who is unlikely to succeed or achieve anything significant; someone who is generally seen as a failure.
Examples
  • Many thought he was a no-hoper, but he proved them wrong by starting a successful business.
  • Despite being labeled a no-hoper, she continued to chase her dreams.
Meaning
The term ‘no-hoper’ refers to someone who is often perceived as lacking potential, motivation, or ambition, making them unlikely to succeed in their endeavors.
Synonyms
  • loser
  • failure
  • underachiever
  • down-and-outer