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Meaning of optimistic
Having or showing a feeling that good things will happen in the future.
Etymology of optimistic
The word "optimistic" has its roots in the Latin words "optimum," meaning "best," and the suffix "-istic," which is used to form adjectives indicating a tendency or disposition.
The term "optimism" was first used in the 18th century to describe the philosophical idea that the world is the best possible world, and it has since been used to describe a general attitude of hopefulness and confidence.
Synonyms
hopeful
positive
confident
cheerful
buoyant
sanguine
rosy
upbeat
enthusiastic
encouraging
promising
favorable
propitious
auspicious
golden
bright
sunny
rosy
idealistic
utopian
Panglossian
millenarian
bullish
can-do
favorable
heartening
inspiriting
uplifting
elevating
stimulating
invigorating
revitalizing
rejuvenating
refreshing
reassuring
heartwarming
comforting
solacing
palliative
mitigating
redeeming
salvaging
Definitions
- Having or showing a feeling that good things will happen in the future.
- * Having a feeling or attitude of hope and confidence about the future or the success of something.
Usage Examples
- She has an optimistic outlook on life and always expects good things to happen.
- * The company has an optimistic forecast for the upcoming quarter.
- * He is optimistic about his chances of getting the job.
Antonyms
pessimistic
negative
gloomy
hopeless
despairing
despondent
depressed
melancholy
dismal
bleak
discouraging
disheartening
unfavorable
adverse
inauspicious
unpropitious
bleak
dismal
gloomful
somber
sorrowful
mournful
lamentable
deplorable
regrettable
disappointing
disconcerting
distressing
alarming
frightening
terrifying