n.
[L. pessimus worst: cf. F. pessimiste.]
1. (Metaph.) One who advocates the doctrine of pessimism; -- opposed to optimist.
2. One who looks on the dark side of things.
Pes·si·mist
Pes·si·mis·tic , a.
(Metaph.) Of or pertaining to pessimism; characterized by pessimism; gloomy; foreboding. «Giving utterance to pessimistic doubt.» Encyc. Brit.




