pessimistic estimate

Frequency: 6.37.5 per million words

An estimate that assumes the worst possible outcome.

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  • Even his most pessimistic estimate suggested the project would be profitable.
  • The consultant gave a pessimistic estimate for the company's future earnings.
  • Based on a pessimistic estimate, the repairs could take up to six weeks.
  • We need to plan for the worst-case scenario, so let's use the most pessimistic estimate.
  • Her pessimistic estimate turned out to be wrong, as the team finished the work ahead of schedule.
  • Is this a realistic figure, or just a pessimistic estimate to manage expectations?
  • If their pessimistic estimate is correct, we will face significant budget shortfalls.
  • The report's pessimistic estimate indicated a sharp decline in market share.
  • Financial analysts often provide both an optimistic and a pessimistic estimate.
  • The emergency services are working on a pessimistic estimate of the potential damage from the storm.