Pessimism and Sanguinity
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Pessimism
Pessimism noun - A general disposition to look on the dark side and to expect the worst in all things.
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Synonyms for Pessimism
Sanguinity is an antonym for pessimism.
Nearby Words: pessimistic, pessimist
Sanguinity
Sanguinity noun - An inclination to believe in the most favorable outcome.
Usage example: Pollyanna had so great a tendency to look for the good in everyone and everything that her name has become a synonym for someone of irrepressible sanguinity
Pessimism is an antonym for sanguinity.
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