doomer

English

noun
Definitions
  • One who believes that petroleum depletion will inevitably lead to a severe recession or depression, followed by a Malthusian catastrophe.
  • (rare) One who, or that which, dooms.
  • (neologism) Someone who is apathetic or has a negative prospect towards the world, especially in relation to climate change.

Etymology

Suffix from English doom (judgement).

Origin

English

doom

Gloss

judgement

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