noun
- statements or predictions of disaster, ruin, or catastrophe; gloomy or pessimistic forecasts
Usage: plural form; typically used to describe repeated or multiple predictions of doom; often carries a connotation of exaggeration or unfounded pessimism
Examples
- The financial analyst's doomsayings about the market crash proved to be greatly exaggerated.
- Despite the doomsayings of critics, the startup succeeded beyond expectations.
- Environmental doomsayings have motivated many people to adopt sustainable practices.
- The news media is often criticized for amplifying doomsayings rather than balanced reporting.
- Her constant doomsayings about the project made the team lose confidence.
- Throughout history, doomsayings about technological change have rarely come to pass.
- The prophet's doomsayings attracted a devoted following of believers.