1. attitudes or behaviors characterized by persistent criticism, opposition, or refusal to cooperate
Usage: plural form
2. tendencies to deny or contradict statements or suggestions without offering alternatives
Usage: psychology; plural form

Examples

• The team’s constant negativisms were affecting workplace morale.
• Her negativisms made it difficult to have productive discussions.
• The child’s negativisms seemed to increase during stressful periods.
• Management tried to address the negativisms expressed in employee surveys.
• His negativisms toward new ideas hindered the project’s progress.
• The therapist helped identify patterns of negativisms in her thinking.