optimistic
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
“It’s worth reiterating how the dollar now enjoys stronger macro support than it did in early May, when markets latched onto an overly optimistic de-escalation narrative,” said Francesco Pesole, a currency strategist at ING.
From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026
While Trump struck an optimistic note over the weekend, saying that a peace deal with Iran had been "largely negotiated", by Wednesday's cabinet meeting, he said that the US is "not satisfied".
From BBC • May 28, 2026
“And I think our brand is representative of an optimistic attitude.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026
—The dollar fell against a basket of currencies as traders remained optimistic about a U.S.-Iran peace deal.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026
Even the most optimistic staff began to cancel meetings, abandon research projects, and shelve any new ideas.
From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French
Vocabulary lists containing optimistic
The SAT: Words to Capture Tone, List 1
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Positive Words to Describe a Person
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
ACT Reading Test: Words to Capture Tone, List 1
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
