optimistic

American  

[op-tuh-mis-tik] / ˌɒp təˈmɪs tɪk /

Sometimes optimistical

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.

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Other Word Forms

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

Etymology

Origin of optimistic

First recorded in 1840–50; optimist + -ic

Example Sentences

Musk has admitted he is “pathologically optimistic External link.”

From Barron's

"But I think trying to be optimistic with the things that we're making is important."

From BBC

“Well, that’s not the case. So, I’m optimistic, but again, I’m not holding my breath.”

From Los Angeles Times

Developing Venezuela’s oil fields will cost tens of billions of dollars even under the most optimistic circumstances.

From Barron's

Investors seem to be manufacturing new rationales to become more optimistic about memory stocks.

From Barron's