Definition

Describing a situation where prices, especially in the stock market, are expected to fall or are currently falling.

Example

Investors are feeling bearish about the market due to recent economic news.

Conversation

Have you noticed how bearish the market has been lately?

Yeah, it seems like everyone is worried about falling prices.

I wonder if we should change our investment strategy with such a bearish trend.

Definitely, it might be wise to play it safe for a while.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bearish → The word 'bearish' is derived from 'bear' (from Old English 'bera', meaning the animal) and the suffix '-ish' (meaning having the quality of). It describes a tendency or quality resembling that of a bear, particularly in financial contexts where it indicates a pessimistic outlook.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'bear' representing a heavy, lumbering animal, and remember that 'bearish' means having a heavy or pessimistic outlook, especially in finance.

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