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fatalisms
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the philosophical doctrine that all events are predetermined and humans cannot change them
- Ancient Stoics embraced fatalism, believing the course of life was fixed.
- His lectures explored fatalism in classical literature.
- The novel's plot reflected a worldview steeped in fatalism.
- Some interpretations of destiny in mythology align closely with fatalism.
- Fatalism often raises debates about free will and moral responsibility.
2
a passive or submissive attitude resulting from the belief that events are predetermined and inevitable
- Her fatalism made her accept setbacks without protest.
- Despite his fatalism, she tried to convince him to take control of his future.
- The community's fatalism led them to endure hardships quietly.
- Fatalism can sometimes discourage people from taking initiative.
- They criticized his fatalism as a reason for inaction.