pessimism
UK/'pesimizm/US
IELTSGREC2
Definitions
n.
A tendency to expect the worst outcome; the belief that bad things are more likely to happen.
悲观主义，悲观情绪
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedpessimroot
+
ismdoctrine, belief, practice
=pessimism
Common Collocations
- 1.pervasive pessimism普遍的悲观
- 2.growing pessimism日益增长的悲观
- 3.pessimism about对...的悲观
Example Sentences
- 1.
His pessimism about the future prevented him from taking any action toward improvement.
- 2.
The pessimism in the economic outlook discouraged investors from committing new capital.
- 3.
Despite the pessimism surrounding the project, the team remained committed to success.