Negativism

C1 16+

Pronunciation: /ˈnɛɡətɪvɪzəm/

Definitions of negativism

noun a negative attitude or outlook

Example Sentences

A1 Negativism is when someone always says no.

A2 Children often display negativism as a phase of development.

B1 Dealing with constant negativism can be challenging in a work environment.

B2 Her constant negativism towards new ideas hindered the team's progress.

C1 The therapist worked with the patient to address their underlying negativism.

C2 His deep-seated negativism stemmed from past experiences and traumas.

Examples of negativism in a Sentence

formal The patient's constant negativism towards treatment options made it challenging for the medical team to provide care.

informal Her constant negativism about the project was really bringing down the team's morale.

slang I can't stand his constant negativism, it's such a vibe killer.

figurative His negativism was like a dark cloud looming over the entire conversation.

Grammatical Forms of negativism

past tense

negativized

plural

negativisms

comparative

more negativistic

superlative

most negativistic

present tense

negativizes

future tense

will negativize

perfect tense

has negativized

continuous tense

is negativizing

singular

negativism

positive degree

negativistic

infinitive

to negativize

gerund

negativizing

participle

negativized

Origin and Evolution of negativism

First Known Use: 1800 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'negativism' originated from the Latin word 'negativus' which means 'denying'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in psychology to describe a tendency to resist or oppose suggestions or advice, 'negativism' has evolved to also encompass a general attitude of negativity or opposition.