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单词 pessimize
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Definition of pessimize in English:

pessimize

(also pessimise)
verb ˈpɛsɪmʌɪz
  • with object To take a negative view of; to utter pessimistically, make the worst of. Also without object: to act or speak in a pessimistic manner.

Origin

Mid 19th century; earliest use found in The Daily Telegraph. From classical Latin pessimus worst + -ize, after optimize.

 
 

Definition of pessimize in US English:

pessimize

(also pessimise)
verbˈpɛsɪmʌɪz
  • with object To take a negative view of; to utter pessimistically, make the worst of. Also without object: to act or speak in a pessimistic manner.

Origin

Mid 19th century; earliest use found in The Daily Telegraph. From classical Latin pessimus worst + -ize, after optimize.

 
 
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