optimistic

[ op-tuh-mis-tik ]
/ ˌɒp təˈmɪs tɪk /
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adjective

disposed to take a favorable view of events or conditions and to expect the most favorable outcome.
reflecting a favorable view of events and conditions and the expectation of a positive outcome; demonstrating optimism: an optimistic plan.
of or relating to optimism.

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earnest
full seriousness, as of intention or purpose.
a feeling of dread, anxiety, or anguish.
urgent character; imperativeness; insistence; importunateness.
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Sometimes op·ti·mis·ti·cal.

Origin of optimistic

First recorded in 1840–50; optimist + -ic

OTHER WORDS FROM optimistic

Words nearby optimistic

optics, optimal, optime, optimism, optimist, optimistic, optimization, optimize, optimum, optimum dose, optimum population
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Words related to optimistic

utopian, assured, bright, buoyant, cheerful, cheering, confident, encouraged, expectant, happy, high, hopeful, hoping, idealistic, merry, positive, promising, rose-colored, rosy, sanguine

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