noun
one who emphasizes adverse aspects or conditions and expects the worst
pessimists predicting another depression
Synonyms: calamity howler, Cassandra, crepehanger, worrywart
Related Word: fussbudget; Job's comforter; defeatist; killjoy; cynic, misanthrope
Contrasted words: positivist; idealist; Pollyanna
Antonyms: optimist