Associations to the word «Negativism»

Wiktionary

NEGATIVISM, noun. A persistent pessimistic or skeptical attitude.
NEGATIVISM, noun. A stubborn tendency to do the opposite of what one is asked.

Dictionary definition

NEGATIVISM, noun. Characterized by habitual skepticism and a disagreeable tendency to deny or oppose or resist suggestions or commands.

Wise words

We should have a great fewer disputes in the world if words were taken for what they are, the signs of our ideas only, and not for things themselves.
John Locke