Pick a word opposite in meaning to
Optimistic
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2, i.e. pessimistic.
- Option 1, energetic means showing or involving great activity or vitality.
- Option 2, pessimistic means to see the worst aspect of things or believe that the worst will happen.
- Option 3, idealistic means unrealistically aiming for perfection.
- Option 4, realistic means having a practical idea of what can be obtained/achieved; representing things in a way that is accurate and true to life.
Optimism means hopefulness and confidence about the future or the success of something. Option 2 will be the correct answer as it expresses a meaning which is opposite to the meaning of 'optimism'.