naysayer

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[edit] English

[edit] Etymology

nay + say + -er

[edit] Pronunciation

[edit] Noun

naysayer (plural naysayers)

  1. One who consistently denies, criticizes, or doubts; a detractor.
    He ignored the naysayers and succeeded with his idea.

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