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pessimism
nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/pɨ.si.ˈmiʒ.mu/pes·si·mis·mo
Definition
1A tendency to see the worst aspect of things or believe that the worst will happen.
Usage examples
“His pessimism about the future was disheartening.”
“There is a growing pessimism among voters.”
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Common combinations
deep pessimismwidespread pessimismgloomy pessimism