Meaning of naysayer | Babel Free
ˈneɪˌseɪ.ə(ɹ)Definitions
One who consistently denies, criticizes, or doubts; a detractor.
Equivalents
Suomi
vastarannan kiiski
Examples
“He ignored the naysayers and succeeded with his idea.”
“As for the IRP, Secretary of State Grant Shapps continues to peddle snake oil, smoke⟳ and mirrors. His reaction to near-universal IRP condemnation from politicians, local and national media, and all but a few rail specialists was to dismiss the lot of us (in the condescending and patronising tone we have⟳ now come⟳ to expect⟳) as "critics and naysayers".”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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