Quote by Oscar Wilde

A pessimist is one who, when he has the choice of two evils, chooses both.

A pessimist is one who, when he has the choice of two evils,

Summary

This quote by Oscar Wilde humorously defines a pessimist as someone who always expects the worst outcomes. It suggests that even when faced with a selection between two undesirable options, a pessimist will surprisingly opt for both, assuming that both options will result in unfavorable consequences. The quote implies that a pessimist is resigned to believe that nothing good can come out of any situation, reinforcing the idea that their negative perspective influences their decision-making process.

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Pessimism

By Oscar Wilde

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