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dark side

NOUN

pessimism

Synonyms

STRONGEST

cynicism despair distrust gloom grief hopelessness melancholy sadness unhappiness

STRONG

dejection depression despondency dyspepsia gloominess glumness

WEAK

dim view expectation of worst gloomy outlook low spirits

Antonyms

STRONGEST

cheer confidence faith happiness joy joyfulness trust

WEAK

optimism

Example Sentences

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The bright flashes stand out clearly on the planet's dark side, making them relatively easy to spot.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2026

And while they acknowledge many individuals provide valuable and safe sleep advice, they warn there is also a "dark side".

From BBC • May 5, 2026

Even though humans created the near-miraculous technology of the internet, there are those in some quarters who still long to believe in magic, and they like it to have that edgy, dark side.

From Salon • Apr. 1, 2026

Reassessing place names as the dark side of history becomes more apparent is nothing new.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2026

But just as optimism has its dark side, the Peloponnesian War was not without its bright spots, at least in terms of literature.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood

dark side

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