Pessimism and Simplemindedness

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Pessimism noun - A general disposition to look on the dark side and to expect the worst in all things.

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Simplemindedness is an antonym for pessimism.

Nearby Words: pessimistic, pessimist

Simplemindedness noun - The quality or state of being simple and sincere.

Usage example: the simplemindedness of the villagers was at times winning and at others worrisome

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Pessimism is an antonym for simplemindedness.

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