bearish

[ˈberɪʃ]

bearish Definition

showing a lack of confidence in the future of something, especially the stock market.

Using bearish: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "bearish" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Investors are feeling bearish about the economy.

  • Example

    The company's bearish outlook caused its stock price to drop.

  • Example

    Analysts have a bearish view of the market for the next quarter.

bearish Synonyms and Antonyms

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Summary: bearish in Brief

'Bearish' [ˈberɪʃ] describes a lack of confidence in the future of something, particularly in the stock market. It is often used to describe a negative outlook or pessimistic view, as in 'Investors are feeling bearish about the economy.' 'Bearish' is the opposite of 'bullish,' and has synonyms like 'negative' and 'downbeat.'

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