Simple meaning
What does Pessimism mean?
a way of expecting bad outcomes.
Dictionary definition
A way of thinking that expects bad or disappointing outcomes.
Example sentences
Pessimism in a sentence
easy
The character showed pessimism in the story.
medium
In class, we talked about pessimism during a group discussion.
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Writers use words like pessimism to explain feelings and behavior more clearly.
Synonyms
Words like Pessimism
negativityClose meaning in common use.
doubtSimilar meaning with slightly different tone.
Antonyms
Opposite words
optimismA helpful contrast word.
hopefulnessAnother useful opposite in context.
Word family
Pessimism word family
Base word
pessimism
adjective
pessimistic
Expecting negative outcomes.
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Practice 1
What does pessimism mean?
PESSIMISM means a way of expecting bad outcomes.
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