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noun
A naysayer; one whose negative remarks depress or dissuade others.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: derogatory, informal
Synonyms: negative Nancy, negative Nelly
Antonyms: none provided
History
Coined by Rachel Dratch and Paula Pell as the name of a recurring character on the American comedy show Saturday Night Live.
