fatalism
/ˈfeɪtəˌlɪzəm/
noun
- The belief that all events are determined by fate and cannot be changed by human action.
- The philosopher argued that fatalism discourages people from making an effort.
- Some people turn to fatalism when they feel they have no control over their lives.
- His fatalism led him to accept every misfortune without trying to fight it.
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