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optimism
[op-tuh-miz-uhm]
noun
a disposition or tendency to look on the more favorable side of events or conditions and to expect the most favorable outcome.
the belief that good ultimately predominates over evil in the world.
the belief that goodness pervades reality.
the doctrine that the existing world is the best of all possible worlds.
optimism
/ ˈɒptɪˌmɪzəm /
noun
the tendency to expect the best and see the best in all things
hopefulness; confidence
the doctrine of the ultimate triumph of good over evil
the philosophical doctrine that this is the best of all possible worlds
Other Word Forms
- optimist noun
- optimistically adverb
- optimistic adjective
- antioptimism noun
- overoptimism noun
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of optimism1
Example Sentences
It might sound strange but there was a feeling of optimism among some home fans last Saturday when they left the Principality Stadium following the 52-26 loss to New Zealand.
Brisbane is not a city to give England some much-needed Ashes optimism.
Global markets rose on hopes of a Federal Reserve rate cut and as investor optimism over artificial intelligence returns.
“With that in mind, the gains seen in bitcoin raise optimism for a similarly positive session for US stocks despite today’s holiday closure.”
“With that in mind, the gains seen in bitcoin raise optimism for a similarly positive session for US stocks despite today’s holiday closure.”
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