adjective
- expecting or characterized by falling prices in financial markets
- resembling or characteristic of a bear in appearance or behavior
- pessimistic or negative in outlook
Usage: finance
Examples
- The analyst gave a bearish forecast for the tech sector.
- Investors remained bearish about the company’s prospects.
- His bearish demeanor made him seem unfriendly.
- The market turned bearish after the economic report.
- She had a bearish view of the housing market.
- The trader’s bearish position paid off when prices fell.
- His bearish appearance intimidated the other hikers.