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Meaning of fatalist
A person who believes that events are predetermined and therefore inevitable.
Etymology of fatalist
The word "fatalist" has its roots in the Latin "fatalis," meaning "of or pertaining to fate"
It emerged in the 17th century to describe those who believed in the concept of fate or destiny, often in a philosophical or theological context
Synonyms
pessimist
defeatist
nihilist
skeptic
cynic
stoic
resigned
hopeless
despairing
deterministic
predestinarian
Calvinist
quietist
fatalistic
passive
submissive
acquiescent
complacent
apathetic
indifferent
unconcerned
unenthusiastic
glum
gloomy
melancholic
morose
pessimistic
negative
skeptical
doubtful
uncertain
unsure
indecisive
irresolute
hesitant
lackluster
unresponsive
unreactive
Definitions
- A person who believes that events are predetermined and therefore inevitable
- * A person who accepts a situation, especially an undesirable one, as inevitable
Usage Examples
- She became a fatalist after experiencing a series of unfortunate events, believing that her life was predetermined
- * He was a fatalist who believed that the outcome of the game was already decided, so he didn't bother to try
Antonyms
optimist
activist
enthusiast
idealist
dreamer
visionary
pragmatist
realist
rationalist
humanist
existentialist
free willist
voluntarist
libertarian
determinism critic
freedom fighter
hopeful
enthusiastic
motivated
driven
passionate
dedicated
committed
purposeful
resolute
decisive
confident
cheerful
positive