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Meaning of Debbie Downer | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A naysayer; one whose negative remarks depress or dissuade others.

derogatory, informal

Examples

“I don't want⟳ to be a Debbie Downer, but…”
“Everyone has met a Debbie Downer. They are filled with complaints, see⟳ everything darkly, and feel⟳ like⟳ a victim of life. And that is the energy they bring⟳ to themselves.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

debbil Debby Debden debe debeige Debelius

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