quitter
/'kwitə/
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Definition
Noun: A person who stops doing something or abandons a task, goal, or commitment, especially because it is difficult or they lack perseverance. The term often implies a negative judgment of someone's character for giving up too easily.
Usage
The word "quitter" is used to label someone perceived as lacking determination or resilience. It is a strong, often critical term. * It is commonly used in contexts of personal challenges, competitions, careers, or difficult projects. * It is frequently heard in motivational or confrontational speech (e.g., "Don't be a quitter!"). * It can be used in the third person as a direct criticism.
Examples
- He was called a quitter for leaving the team halfway through the season.
- I'm not a quitter; I'll finish this project no matter how hard it gets.
- She felt like a quitter after dropping out of the marathon, but her injury was real.
- Their motto is "Winners never quit, and quitters never win."
Advanced Usage
- "No one likes a quitter.": A common saying used to discourage someone from giving up, implying that giving up is a universally disliked trait.
- In psychological or coaching contexts, the label "quitter" is often discouraged as overly simplistic, as it doesn't consider external circumstances or strategic withdrawal.
Variants and Related Words
- Quit (verb): To stop, cease, or resign from something. (e.g., )
- Quitting (noun/gerund): The act of giving up. (e.g., )
Synonyms
- Dropout: A person who leaves a course or activity before completion.
- Defeatist: A person who expects or accepts failure too readily.
- Deserter: A person who abandons a duty, post, or obligation (stronger, often with moral/legal implications).
Antonyms
- Perseverer
- Stayer
- Go-getter
- Finisher
Idioms and Common Phrases
- "A quitter never wins.": Part of the proverb "Winners never quit, and quitters never win," emphasizing the link between perseverance and success.
Noun
- a person who gives up too easily