All naysayer synonyms
nay·say·er
N n noun naysayer
- pessimist — a person who habitually sees or anticipates the worst or is disposed to be gloomy.
- cynic — A cynic is someone who believes that people always act selfishly.
- misanthrope — a comedy (1666) by Molière.
- complainer — A complainer is someone who complains a lot about their problems or about things they do not like.
- sourpuss — a person having a grouchy disposition that is often accompanied by a scowling facial expression.
- killjoy — a person who spoils the joy or pleasure of others; spoilsport.
- downer — Informal. a depressant or sedative drug, especially a barbiturate. a depressing experience, person, or situation.
- defeatist — A defeatist is someone who thinks or talks in a way that suggests that they expect to be unsuccessful.
- gloomy — dark or dim; deeply shaded: gloomy skies.
- party pooper — a person who hasn't the interest or vitality to participate actively in a social party and whose mood, attitude, or personality lessens others' enjoyment; killjoy.