Quitters

/ˈkwɪtərz/ noun

Definition

People who give up or stop doing something before finishing, especially when facing difficulty.

Etymology

From the verb 'quit,' which comes from Old French 'quitter' meaning 'to leave or abandon.' The suffix '-er' creates the agent noun, and '-s' makes it plural.

Kelly Says

Research shows that knowing *when* to quit is actually a sign of wisdom, not weakness—elite performers often quit bad strategies faster than average people, making 'quitter' sometimes a compliment in disguise!

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