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optimism

[op-tuh-miz-uhm] / ˈɒp təˌmɪz əm /
NOUN
state of having positive beliefs
Synonyms
STRONGEST
anticipation certainty confidence elation enthusiasm expectation happiness idealism trust
STRONG
assurance brightness buoyancy calmness cheer cheerfulness easiness encouragement exhilaration hopefulness positivism sanguineness sureness
WEAK
good cheer looking on bright side rose-colored glasses
Antonyms
STRONGEST
depression distrust doubt fear sadness sorrow uncertainty unhappiness
STRONG
discouragement gloom
WEAK
hopelessness pessimism

Example Sentences

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Perahaps its greatest achievement, though, is through the actions of the Artemis crew, which have generated hope, agency and optimism for a world appearing to be in desperate need of inspiration.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Yet for all the optimism over tanker activity in the strait, the numbers tell a more cautious story: Transit volumes remain well below preconflict levels, and oil markets have barely reacted.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

Another factor that may test investor optimism this week is the fact that the S&P 500 has yet to reclaim its 200-day moving average of 6624, a key data point used for predicting future performance.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

Few in private equity started 2026 with great optimism about their industry’s fundraising prospects.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

He was clinging to his optimism despite neckwear inexperience and coffee stains.

From "Geeks: How Two Lost Boys Rode the Internet Out of Idaho" by Jon Katz