optimistic

Sometimes op·ti·mis·ti·cal

[op-tuh-mis-tik]

adjective

1. disposed to take a favorable view of events or conditions and to expect the most favorable outcome.

2. reflecting a favorable view of events and conditions and the expectation of a positive outcome; demonstrating optimism.

   an optimistic plan.

3. of or relating to optimism.

Other Word Forms

• optimistically adverb
• antioptimistic adjective
• antioptimistical adjective
• antioptimistically adverb
• nonoptimistic adjective
• nonoptimistical adjective
• nonoptimistically adverb
• overoptimistic adjective
• overoptimistically adverb
• preoptimistic adjective
• semioptimistic adjective
• semioptimistically adverb
• superoptimistic adjective
• unoptimistic adjective
• unoptimistical adjective
• unoptimistically adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of optimistic¹

First recorded in 1840–50; optimist + -ic

Example Sentences

How optimistic are you feeling about the economy?

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“Regardless, management remains optimistic about the business citing strong commitments and healthy consumption trends,” Schreiner wrote.

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The optimistic news helped fuel a brief surge in Amazon’s stock.

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The optimistic news helped fuel a brief surge in Amazon’s stock.

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The U.S. economy grew in November at the fastest pace in four months, new surveys showed, and businesses turned more optimistic about the future after the end of the government shutdown.

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