Synonyms for
Quits
Definition
to stop doing something or to end a relationship or agreement
Synonyms & similar words
giveup
quit
takeleave
leaveoffice
fallbythewayside
renounce
chuckupthesponge
discontinue
throwin
resign
foreswear
continue
dropbythewayside
stop
cease
dropout
stepdown
relinquish
depart
layoff
throwinthetowel
takeoffice
stay
enter
stop
cease
end
resign
retire
surrender
yield
abandon
conclude
discontinue
finish
halt
terminate
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- calls it quits
- quits the job
- quits smoking
- quits playing
- quits the team
- quits his post
Word family
Usage note
The phrase 'call it quits' is a common idiom meaning to stop doing something. 'Quit' as a noun is less common and often refers to a period of inactivity.
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Example sentences
- I decided to quit my job and start my own business.
- After a long argument, they finally decided to call it quits.
- She asked him to quit smoking for his health.
- He quit the team because he didn't like his coach.
- I will never quit trying until I achieve my goal.
Quotes
If you want to quit, fine, but you can't do it because you think it'll make Mom and Dad happy. - Lauren Oliver
Winners never quit, and quitters never win. - Vince Lombardi
Quitting is not the answer. Life is not fair, but you have to keep going and push through tough times. - Demi Lovato