opossumism

A mix between pessimism and optimism, especially where the pessimism is utilized in order to make things seem better than they are. Opossumists also play dead when faced with danger.

1. Student 1: DUDE I FAILED THAT TEST OMG KILL ME
Teacher: You got a 78.
Student 1: Wait really?! Sweeet! Go opossumism!

2. Student 2: I definitely failed that test.
Teacher: Here is your 50...
Student 2: Eep *dead*

by opossumist March 10, 2011

Opossumism

The act of playing dead.

The victim used opossumism to escape her assailant.

by Tripple$ November 4, 2017

Opossumistic

Adjective
When someone is so positive that they would compare themselves to an opossum.

She is always so happy and opossumistic.

by Moant November 10, 2021

Opossuming

To not wear any legwear other than underwear

"He was just opossuming in his bedroom."

by El_Goober September 27, 2024

Jacks that like Opossums

Jacks who like Opossums are the best people. They're fun to be around and they might send you pictures of cute Opossums when you're sad. The best people to be around, really.

Jacks that like Opossums are the best people.

by Kristallsplitter September 11, 2021