bearish
|bear/ish|
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🇺🇸
/ˈbɛrɪʃ/
🇬🇧
/ˈbeərɪʃ/
pessimistic market outlook
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bearish' originates from the English word 'bear,' which in financial terms refers to a market condition where prices are falling.
Historical Evolution
'bear' in the financial sense was used in the 18th century to describe a market speculator who sold stock they did not own, hoping to buy it back at a lower price.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a market speculator, but over time it evolved to describe a pessimistic market outlook.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a pessimistic outlook, especially in financial markets, expecting prices to fall.
The investor was bearish on the tech sector.
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Last updated: 2025/02/15 14:57