doomsayer

/ˈduːmsaɪər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who prophesies or predicts catastrophe or doom, often in a gloomy or pessimistic manner.

“The doomsayer warned the community of the impending flood, but his predictions were dismissed by the authorities.”

Synonyms

  • catastrophist
  • prophet of doom

Antonyms

  • hoper
  • optimist