Idiom: Glass-Half-Empty
Meanings
From the expression "Is the glass half empty or half full?", the answer to which is said to determine whether a person is optimistic or pessimistic.
How to pronounce "glass-half-empty":
AU
pessimistic
Example Sentences
1
Despite the good news, he insists on having a glass-half-empty view.
2
Her constant negativity shows that she has a glass-half-empty mentality.
3
She has a glass-half-empty outlook on life and believes nothing good will happen.
4
His glass-half-empty attitude is bringing down the whole team's morale.
5
His glass-half-empty perspective prevents him from taking risks and seizing opportunities.
