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

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Advocates say they plan to continue pressing the U.S. government, even though many lack optimism that Washington will ever relent.

From Los Angeles Times

A painful week for markets ended with a wave of optimism.

From Barron's

Any optimism the 2,000-point mark inspired also proved to be misplaced.

From Los Angeles Times

That optimism is returning in certain corners of the market, while scrutiny of the AI boom periodically ripples through others.

From The Wall Street Journal

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