defeatism
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/dɪˈfiːtɪzəm/
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/dɪˈfiːtɪzəm/
A belief that failure is inevitable, often leading to a lack of effort or enthusiasm.
The team's coach warned against letting a few early losses lead to a dangerous cycle of defeatism.
チームのコーチは、早期の数々の敗北が危険な敗北主義のサイクルにつながることに警告しました。