Goner

/ˈɡoʊ.nər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person or thing that is in a hopeless situation or condition, particularly one that is doomed or irretrievable.

With that much damage to the car, it's a goner.

A person who is about to die or whose chances of survival are extremely low.

The doctor said that without immediate treatment, he was a goner.

Someone who is beyond help or recovery.

After failing his exams for the third time, he felt like a complete goner.

An individual who is deeply infatuated or in love, often used humorously.

Ever since he met her, he's been a goner for her charms.

The term is derived from the verb 'go' meaning to depart or leave, indicating a state of being lost.

dead man walking

A person who is doomed or bound to fail.

beyond saving

In a situation where there is no possibility of help or recovery.

in over one's head

Being involved in something one cannot handle.

lost cause

A situation or goal that is hopeless.

hopeless

Without hope; despairing.

doomed

Certain to fail or suffer.

Someone who is out of luck.

After losing his job and his car, he was a complete goner.

A person who is deeply in love or smitten.

Once she smiled at him, he knew he was a goner.