naysayer
noun
nay·say·er
ˈnā-ˌsā-ər 
-ˌser
: one who denies, refuses, opposes, or is skeptical or cynical about something
There are always naysayers who say it can't be done.
Examples of naysayer in a Sentence
There are always naysayers who say it can't be done.
those naysayers who attack the integrity of the entire judicial system
Recent Examples on the Web
But Bruce Springsteen may be the most famous naysayer of all.
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Diane Winston, The Conversation, 31 May 2024
India has rewarded its direct and portfolio investors durably to the regret and embarrassment of naysayers.
—V. Anantha Nageswaran, Foreign Affairs, 17 Feb. 2023
To the naysayers, this was an illustration of their worst fears: Ms. Sheinbaum following instructions from Mr. López Obrador to take steps that would harm democracy.
—Natalie Kitroeff, New York Times, 30 May 2024
Williams has two words for all of his naysayers: Take That.
—Evan Sawdey, EW.com, 30 May 2024
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Diane Winston, The Conversation, 31 May 2024
India has rewarded its direct and portfolio investors durably to the regret and embarrassment of naysayers.
—V. Anantha Nageswaran, Foreign Affairs, 17 Feb. 2023
To the naysayers, this was an illustration of their worst fears: Ms. Sheinbaum following instructions from Mr. López Obrador to take steps that would harm democracy.
—Natalie Kitroeff, New York Times, 30 May 2024
Williams has two words for all of his naysayers: Take That.
—Evan Sawdey, EW.com, 30 May 2024
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“Naysayer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/naysayer. Accessed 15 Jun. 2024.
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