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Bearish Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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bearish

[หˆberษชสƒ ]

Definition

Context #1 | Adjective

stock market

Expecting or characterized by a fall in prices in a market. The term is often used to describe a pessimistic or negative outlook on the market.

Synonyms

downbeat, negative, pessimistic.

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Word Description / Examples
bearish

Preferred in financial contexts to express a strong feeling or attitude that things will go down.

  • Due to the recent economic reports, many traders have a bearish sentiment towards the tech industry.
  • Her bearish predictions suggest a market downturn.
pessimistic

Used to describe a person or mood that expects the worst possible outcome. It's often used in a personal or general context.

  • He is pessimistic about the future of the company.
  • Her pessimistic view on life makes it hard for her to take risks.
negative

Broad term used in various situations to describe a general sense of pessimism or lack of hope.

  • She had a negative attitude towards the project from the start.
  • The negative feedback affected his confidence.
downbeat

Used in general situations to describe a pessimistic or unenthusiastic attitude. Less formal than other options.

  • Despite the good news, his mood was still downbeat.
  • The team's downbeat attitude affected their performance.

Examples of usage

  • The bearish sentiment in the stock market led to a sell-off of shares.
  • Analysts are predicting a bearish trend for the upcoming quarter.

Translations

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Origin of 'bearish'

The term 'bearish' originated from the practice of 'bear baiting' in the 18th century, where bears were tied to a stake and dogs were set upon them. This practice symbolized a downward movement, hence the association with pessimism and falling prices in the financial markets.

See also: bear, bearable, beard, bearer, bearers, bearing, forbear, forbearance, forbearing, forebear, forebears, overbearing, unbearable, unbearably.