born loser vs lost soul

born loser

noun
  • A person who is habitually unsuccessful or unlucky or who is prejudged to be a failure in life, especially one with a defeatist outlook. 

lost soul

noun
  • One who is forlorn, who lacks direction, purpose, or motivation in life. 

  • A soul that is destined to go to hell; a person possessing such a soul. 

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