noun
Uncommon
quitting
Quitting (noun) means the act of stopping or leaving something for good. Example: “Quitting his job was the best decision he ever made.”
noun
1
The act of stopping or leaving something for good.
"Quitting his job was the best decision he ever made."
"Quitting the team was hard, but she needed more time for her studies."
"His quitting of the club surprised everyone who had played with him."
2
Breaking free of an addictive habit, especially smoking.
"Quitting smoking gets easier after the first few weeks."
"After quitting cigarettes, my grandfather could climb the stairs without losing his breath."
"Quitting is easier when you have friends who support you."
How to use quitting
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishStopping something — a job, a habit, or an activity — permanently.
Common pairings
quitting time
quitting smoking
quitting a job
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Rhymes for quitting
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sitting
hitting
pitting
knitting
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spitting
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Frequently asked questions
What does “quitting” mean?
The word “quitting” means the act of stopping or leaving something for good. In plain terms, stopping something — a job, a habit, or an activity — permanently.
How do you use “quitting” in a sentence?
Here is “quitting” used in a sentence: “Quitting his job was the best decision he ever made.”
What part of speech is “quitting”?
“Quitting” is a noun.
Is “quitting” a common word?
“Quitting” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “quitting” have?
“Quitting” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of stopping or leaving something for good.
What is the difference between quitting and resigning?
"Quitting" is a general term for stopping or leaving something for good, and it can apply to jobs, habits, or activities. "Resigning" specifically refers to formally leaving a job or official position, making it a narrower, more formal term than quitting.
What does quitting mean when talking about smoking?
When used about smoking, "quitting" refers to breaking free of an addictive habit for good. It describes the ongoing process or the completed act of stopping the habit permanently.
Does quitting always have a negative connotation?
Not necessarily. While quitting can suggest giving up, it can also describe a positive change, such as quitting an addictive habit like smoking, where stopping is the desired outcome.
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