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What is the antonym of ‘optimist’?

1. Cheerful
2. Realist
3. Pessimist
4. Hopeful

Correct answer: Pessimist

Solution

An optimist is someone who expects positive outcomes. The opposite is a pessimist, who expects negative outcomes.

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