half-empty

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half-empty — adjective

1. describing a container that is half full of liquid or substance

1.形容詞
釋義

describing a container that is half full of liquid or substance

例句

The bottle was half-empty after he poured a glass.

2. pessimistic or lacking optimism; seen as negative

2.形容詞
釋義

pessimistic or lacking optimism; seen as negative

例句

He has a half-empty view of the project's success.