Quit Definition & Meaning

quit
verb
  1. put an end to a state or an activity; "Quit teasing your little brother"
  2. give up or retire from a position; "The Secretary of the Navy will leave office next month"; "The chairman resigned over the financial scandal"
  3. go away or leave
  4. turn away from; give up; "I am foreswearing women forever"
  5. give up in the face of defeat of lacking hope; admit defeat; "In the second round, the challenger gave up"

"Quit" in song lyrics

See how quit is used in real songs:

  • "Gotta bring that hammer cause the drama don't quit"
    1st Infantry f/ Prodigy — Serious (The New Message)
  • "Now my rhymes won't stop, my rhymes won't quit"
    2 Live Crew — 2 Live is What We Are... (Word)
  • "Don't keep thinking that we will quit"
    2 Live Crew — Banned in the U.S.A.

Usage tips for "quit"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "quit" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for quit to find words that pair well.

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