Meaning of the word pessimism in English
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pessimism
US /ˈpes.ə.mɪ.zəm/
UK /ˈpes.ə.mɪ.zəm/
Noun
1.
a tendency to see the worst aspect of things or believe that the worst will happen; a lack of hope or confidence in the future.
Example:
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His constant pessimism about the economy was draining.
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Despite the challenges, she refused to give in to pessimism.
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