Definition of NEGATIVISM

negativism

Meanings

Plural: negativisms

Noun

  • characterized by habitual skepticism and a disagreeable tendency to deny or oppose or resist suggestions or commands
  • A persistent pessimistic or skeptical attitude.
  • A stubborn tendency to do the opposite of what one is asked.

Origin / Etymology

From negative + -ism.

Scrabble Score: 16

negativism is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
negativism is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
negativism is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 20

negativism is a valid Words With Friends word