naysayer

[ ney-sey-er ]

noun

1. a person who habitually expresses negative or pessimistic views:

   Despite a general feeling that things were going well, a few naysayers tried to cast gloom.

Word History and Origins

Origin of naysayer¹

First recorded in 1715–25; nay + say ¹ + -er ¹

Example Sentences

So maybe the naysayers and detractors of online gaming and its ill effects on youth need to stand down.

From Science Daily

The message, therefore, to English naysayers from the Welsh rugby faithful should be clear.

From BBC

The Chargers soon get a chance to answer the naysayers.

From Los Angeles Times

In the lyrics, Taylor pushes back against the naysayers that she says the band has faced at every step.

From Los Angeles Times

But any naysayers at this point would be proved wrong on Thursday afternoon.

From BBC

Related Words

• cynic