Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
A consistently pessimistic or bleak perspective on life and the people around them, often characterized by a focus on negative aspects and an expectation of unfavorable outcomes.
Related terms
Pessimism: The tendency to always expect the worst possible outcome in any situation.