doomsayer
Americannoun
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Etymology
Origin of doomsayer
1950–55; doom + say 1 + -er 1; cf. naysayer, soothsayer
Example Sentences
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I have been accused of being a doomsayer, but this is not true.
From Salon ● Nov. 12, 2025
Dr. Hinton’s journey from A.I. groundbreaker to doomsayer marks a remarkable moment for the technology industry at perhaps its most important inflection point in decades.
From New York Times ● May 1, 2023
Besides, at least part of the doomsayer wing on Twitter appeared to have a rooting interest in a wider collapse.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 13, 2023
Speaking at an event to mark the party's 50th anniversary, Mr Benfield told the BBC he had become "somewhat of a doomsayer" about efforts to protect the environment.
From BBC ● Mar. 2, 2023
Lest we think Mandel a doomsayer, consider her hopeful take on the future of publishing.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 13, 2022
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