also: あきらめがよい
expression, i-adjective (yoi/ii class)
knowing when to give up; good at letting things go; being a good loser
Describes a person who can accept setbacks or failure gracefully, without stubbornness or resentment. Often used positively for someone who doesn't dwell on losses.
Antonyms: 諦めが悪い
彼は諦めがいいから、失敗してもすぐに次のことを考える。
He knows when to give up, so even when he fails, he quickly thinks about the next thing.
諦め
Being good at letting things go is also a kind of talent.
Antonym: describes someone who is a poor loser, stubborn, or unable to accept failure.
Phrase composed of 諦め (akirame, 'resignation, acceptance') + が (subject marker) + いい (ii, 'good'). Literally 'the giving-up is good'.