What does pessimistic mean?
Pessimistic means Marked by pessimism and little hopefulness; expecting the worst..
Pessimistic
/ˌpɛ.səˈmɪs.tɪk/ · adjective
Meaning
Marked by pessimism and little hopefulness; expecting the worst..
Definitions by Sense
- Marked by pessimism and little hopefulness; expecting the worst.
- Pertaining to the worst-case scenario.
- (computing) Taking out exclusive locks on data to prevent conflicts with other processes that might modify it.
Example Sentences
a pessimistic view of the future
a pessimistic estimate
However pessimistic their predictions, most scientists and scholars who warn of impending disaster are really acting from antidystopian motives.
pessimistic concurrency; pessimistic locking
Synonyms for pessimistic
Antonyms for pessimistic
Related Words
Word Forms
- more pessimistic
- most pessimistic
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for pessimistic?
Common synonyms include disheartened, bearish, discouraged, demoralized.
What is the opposite of pessimistic?
Possible antonyms include optimistic.
How do you use pessimistic in a sentence?
a pessimistic view of the future
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