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

“Especially given the about face on the prior China restrictions, we are optimistic that quarterly China sales could stabilize sooner rather than later,” Chin said.

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Morgan Stanley analyst Joseph Moore is even more optimistic about Nvidia’s coming results.

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At the same time, investors seem to be optimistic for a further rally over the next 12 months.

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In a year defined by relentless volatility and uncertainty in financial markets, Tom Lee — Wall Street’s most vocal bull — remains unshakably optimistic and, to the frustration of bears, often correct.

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Wednesday he was optimistic that the UN Security Council would finalize a resolution on Gaza that would back an international security force.

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