Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

defeatism

Noun

/dɪˈfiːtɪzəm/

Definition

A belief that failure is inevitable or a tendency to accept defeat or yield to challenges.

Examples

His defeatism held him back from pursuing his dreams.
The team’s defeatism was evident after several losses in a row.
Rather than fostering defeatism, the coach encouraged resilience and determination.

Meaning

Defeatism refers to an attitude of resignation towards setbacks, where one assumes that losing or failing is unavoidable. It can influence one’s motivation and outlook on challenges.