"General pessimism" refers to a negative or gloomy outlook on life or a particular situation. It means having a tendency to expect the worst possible outcome. Full definition
That came on top of earlier reports of lower iPhone 8 demand, increasing general pessimism about the latest versions of Apple's flagship product. (fortune.com)
Across 40 years he has spoken publicly of his atheism and general pessimism while drawing from these sentiments in even his goofiest comedies. (slantmagazine.com)
Given other negative indicators and general pessimism around the recovery, people have generally accepted this narrative. (educationworld.com)