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(de-feat-ism) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. a belief that failure is inevitable.

Example Sentence

His defeatism holds him back from working harder to win.

More Example Sentences

Defeatism can stop people from trying.

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Rhymes

  • pietism

  • defeatism
  • elitism
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