Yeasayer
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈjeɪˌseɪ.ə(ɹ)/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Yeasayer is a noun meaning One whose attitude is positive, optimistic, confidently affirmative.
Meaning
One whose attitude is positive, optimistic, confidently affirmative.
More Meanings
- (derogatory) One who habitually agrees uncritically.
Example Sentences
The “yeasayer effect” arises in AI models trained using reinforcement learning from human feedback (RLHF)—human “data labellers” rate the answer generated by the model as being either acceptable or not.
Word Forms
- yeasayers
- yea-sayer
Synonyms for yeasayer
Depending on context, synonyms include optimist, can-doer, doormat, kowtower.
Antonyms for yeasayer
Common opposites include naysayer, nay-sayer.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include yea-sayer, optimist, cheer, optimism, spirit, happy-go-lucky.
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