☁️pessimism

noun
/ˈpesɪˌmɪzəm/

Meaning

A tendency to see the worst aspect of things or believe the worst will happen.

Example Sentences

Her constant pessimism made it hard to stay optimistic.

Example Expressions

glass half empty

Synonyms

gloom, negativity, hopelessness, cynicism

Antonyms

optimism, hopefulness, positivity

Collocations

constant pessimism, sense of pessimism, pessimism about future

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