n. [ L. pessimus worst: cf. F. pessimiste. ] 1. (Metaph.) One who advocates the doctrine of pessimism; -- opposed to optimist. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. One who looks on the dark side of things. [ 1913 Webster ]
{ } a. (Metaph.) Of or pertaining to pessimism; characterized by pessimism; gloomy; foreboding. “Giving utterance to pessimistic doubt.” Encyc. Brit. [ 1913 Webster ]
a. Pessimistic. [ 1913 Webster ]