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optimistic

[op-tuh-mis-tik]
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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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RELATED WORDS

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

Nearby words

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  5. optimist,
  6. optimization,
  7. optimize,
  8. optimum,
  9. optimum dose,
  10. optimum population
Sometimes op·ti·mis·ti·cal.

Origin of optimistic

First recorded in 1840–50; optimist + -ic
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Word Origin and History for optimistic

optimistic

adj.

1845, from optimist + -ic. Related: Optimistical (1809); optimistically.

Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper