GRE Word List

PESSIMISM

an inclination to emphasize adverse aspects, conditions, and possibilities or to expect the worst possible outcome

The meaning of the word pessimism is an inclination to emphasize adverse aspects, conditions, and possibilities or to expect the worst possible outcome.

Random words

WordMeaning
esteemthe regard in which one is held
chorethe regular or daily light work of a household or farm
meekenduring injury with patience and without resentment : mild
occludeto close up or block off : obstruct
seasonalof, relating to, or varying in occurrence according to the season
propellantcapable of propelling
oblivionthe fact or condition of not remembering : a state marked by lack of awareness or consciousness
expeditiousmarked by or acting with prompt efficiency
palatethe roof of the mouth separating the mouth from the nasal cavity see hard palate
peerlessmatchless