Antioptimistic

/ˌæntiɒptɪˈmɪstɪk/ adjective

Definition

Characteristic of or relating to antioptimism; opposing or rejecting optimism; expecting unfavorable outcomes.

Etymology

From antioptimist + -ic (adjective suffix). Adjectival form describing attitudes or perspectives that oppose optimistic thinking.

Kelly Says

An antioptimistic view isn't just sad—it's a deliberate intellectual position saying optimism is unrealistic or even harmful, which philosophers have seriously debated!

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