Question

Which of the following words is the antonym of "Optimism"?

• A. Scepticism
• B. Pessimism
• C. Fanaticism
• D. Philanthropism

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Pessimism

• Optimism means having hope and expecting good things.

• Pessimism means expecting bad things or having a negative attitude.

So they are opposites.