Negativist

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Pronunciation: /ˈnɛɡətɪvɪst/

Definitions of negativist

noun a person who tends to be pessimistic or critical, especially about the future or outcome of events

Example Sentences

A1 My friend is always a negativist, he never sees the bright side of things.

A2 The negativist in the group constantly brings down the mood with their pessimistic outlook.

B1 As a negativist, she tends to focus on the worst-case scenarios rather than the positives.

B2 The team leader's reputation as a negativist made it difficult for them to inspire and motivate their colleagues.

C1 His reputation as a negativist preceded him, causing many to approach him with caution.

C2 Despite his success, he couldn't shake off the label of being a negativist due to his critical nature.

Examples of negativist in a Sentence

formal The negativist in the group always finds something to criticize.

informal Don't be such a negativist, try to see the positive side of things.

slang That guy is such a negativist, he never has anything nice to say.

figurative Her mind was like a magnet for negativist thoughts, always focusing on the worst possible outcome.

Grammatical Forms of negativist

past tense

negativized

plural

negativists

comparative

more negativist

superlative

most negativist

present tense

negativizes

future tense

will negativize

perfect tense

has negativized

continuous tense

is negativizing

singular

negativist

positive degree

negativist

infinitive

to negativize

gerund

negativizing

participle

negativized

Origin and Evolution of negativist

First Known Use: 1850 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'negativist' is derived from the Latin word 'negativus', meaning 'denying'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe someone who habitually denies or opposes things, the term 'negativist' has evolved to also encompass individuals who have a pessimistic or cynical outlook on life.