negativity

Negativity refers to the presence or influence of negative thoughts, feelings, or attitudes.

When we talk about negativity, we often refer to a situation or atmosphere that's dominated by complaining, pessimism, or criticism. For example, if someone always points out what's wrong with something, they might be spreading negativity. We can also use this word to describe how people feel - for instance, being surrounded by too much stress and pressure at work can lead to feelings of negativity.

The verb form of "negativity" is less common, but it can mean to express a negative opinion or feeling about someone or something. If you say that someone's constant complaining is affecting the team's morale, you might use the phrase "it's starting to negatively impact them."