pessimistic /ˌpɛsəˈmɪstɪk/ adjective Learner's definition of PESSIMISTIC
[more pessimistic; most pessimistic]
: having or showing a lack of hope for the future : expecting bad things to happen悲观的;悲观主义的 -
I'm pessimistic about our chances of winning. [=I don't think we'll win]我对于我们获胜不抱希望。
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Most doctors were pessimistic that a cure could be found.对于能否找到治愈方法,大多数医生觉得希望渺茫。
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The film gives a very pessimistic view of human nature.这部电影对人性持悲观态度。
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He has an extremely negative and pessimistic attitude.他的态度极度消极悲观。
— opposite optimistic — pessimistically
/ˌpɛsəˈmɪstɪkli/ adverb