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defeatist

Definition

Having an attitude of expecting to fail or lose, often discouraging effort.

Español Que tiene una actitud de esperar fracasar o perder, a menudo desalentando el esfuerzo.

Example

"His defeatist attitude made it hard for the team to stay motivated."
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