pessimistisch

pessimistic

adjective pe-si-MIS-tish Rare

Origin: from Latin pessimus via French pessimisme

Usage Note

pessimistisch describes an attitude expecting unfavourable outcomes. It can be a realistic assessment (realistisch pessimistisch) or a negative disposition. Noun: Pessimismus. Antonym: optimistisch.

Examples

"Sei nicht so pessimistisch — es gibt auch gute Nachrichten."

Natural Translation

Don't be so pessimistic — there is good news too.

Literal Translation

Be not so pessimistic — there is also good news.

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