pessimistic
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Britannica Dictionary definition of PESSIMISTIC
[more pessimistic; most pessimistic]
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having or showing a lack of hope for the future
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expecting bad things to happen
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opposite optimistic
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I'm pessimistic about our chances of winning. [=I don't think we'll win]
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Most doctors were pessimistic that a cure could be found.
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The film gives a very pessimistic view of human nature.
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He has an extremely negative and pessimistic attitude.
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He spoke pessimistically about the country's future.
