Definition of Pessimist

Pes´si`mist
n.1.(Metaph.) One who advocates the doctrine of pessimism; - opposed to optimist.
2.One who looks on the dark side of things.
a.1.(Metaph.) Of or pertaining to pessimism; characterized by pessimism; gloomy; foreboding.


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Cassandra, Eeyore, calamity howler, crepehanger, cynic, damp, damper, defeatist, fussbudget, killjoy, malist, misanthrope, negativist, nihilist, prophet of doom, retreatist, seek-sorrow, spoilsport, wet blanket, worrywart


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