quitting

Definitions

The act of resigning from a job or leaving a position.

The act of stopping or ceasing an activity, habit, or effort.

Examples

He is considering quitting his job to pursue a career in photography.

Quitting smoking is one of the best decisions you can make for your long-term health.

She was on the verge of quitting the team until her coach gave her some encouraging advice.

Synonyms

resigning abandoning departing relinquishing surrendering withdrawing ceasing

Antonyms

continuing persisting starting beginning remaining staying enduring