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pes·si·mism [ˈpesɪmɪzəm] N no pl

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Political pessimism about one's country often correlates with a desire to emigrate. en.wikipedia.org

Defensive pessimism is utilized in a variety of domains, and public speaking provides a good example of the process involved in this strategy. en.wikipedia.org

He ended, in a mood almost of pessimism, by attaching himself to the extreme right wing of the forces of reaction. en.wikipedia.org

An intellectual pessimism took hold, which increased as time passed. en.wikipedia.org

It is a suggestion of early trans-oceanic trade networks, although some writers have expressed pessimism about this possibility. en.wikipedia.org

Philosophical pessimism is the related idea that views the world in a strictly anti-optimistic fashion. en.wikipedia.org

To suggest we are on the edge of defeat is to yield to unreasonable pessimism. en.wikipedia.org

It is important to distinguish between philosophical pessimism and misanthropy. en.wikipedia.org

Beyond managing anxiety, defensive pessimism is further motivated by a desire for high achievement. en.wikipedia.org

There is a lot of pessimism among the artists themselves. en.wikipedia.org

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