Pessimist

/ˈpɛsɪmɪst/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person who tends to see the worst aspect of things or believes that the worst will happen.

Despite the good news, she remained a pessimist about the future of the project.

A person who has a negative outlook on life.

As a pessimist, he often prepares for failure instead of success.

Someone who believes that bad things will happen and often expresses this belief.

His pessimistic attitude made it difficult for others to feel positive during the meeting.

From the Latin 'pessimus' meaning 'the worst'.

pessimist's outlook:

A perspective that focuses on negative outcomes.

pessimist's view:

A belief that things are likely to go wrong.

Debbie Downer

Stop being such a Debbie Downer; there’s plenty to be excited about!

Negative Nancy

We need someone who can lift our spirits, not a Negative Nancy.