as in hopefulness
an inclination to believe in the most favorable outcome
your perpetual optimism even when things look bleak
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Recent Examples of optimism
Consumer expectations were in a constant state of whiplash during the Biden administration’s loan forgiveness efforts, but the optimism began earlier.
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Paxton Honerkamp,
CNBC,
2 July 2026
Spink’s optimism about the growth opportunities in Saudi Arabia comes even as the kingdom trims capital expenditure, cuts some projects, and limits spending on foreign consultants.
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Matthew Martin,
semafor.com,
1 July 2026
Bird flu news and reasons for cautious optimism The outlook isn’t all grim.
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Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
1 July 2026
However, men’s soccer has remained the stubborn exception — despite the palpable optimism heading into tonight’s match against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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Elizabeth Robinson,
NBC news,
1 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for optimism
Paxton Honerkamp,
CNBC,
2 July 2026
Spink’s optimism about the growth opportunities in Saudi Arabia comes even as the kingdom trims capital expenditure, cuts some projects, and limits spending on foreign consultants.
—
Matthew Martin,
semafor.com,
1 July 2026
Bird flu news and reasons for cautious optimism The outlook isn’t all grim.
—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
1 July 2026
However, men’s soccer has remained the stubborn exception — despite the palpable optimism heading into tonight’s match against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
—
Elizabeth Robinson,
NBC news,
1 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for optimism
Recent Examples of Synonyms for optimism
Noun
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The other half is King’s reaction, memorized by fans who grew up in the hopefulness of the Rose years.
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For all of his inherent hopefulness as a storyteller, however, Spielberg also readily casts a wary eye at the powers that be.
Noun
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Without stricter coordination, brightness limits, debris controls, disposal rules, and international capacity planning, the next space race could damage the orbital lanes on which modern life now depends.
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The high ranking was thanks to the beach's deep blue water, unique golden sand, and low levels of visible concrete development, receiving an especially high score for its sand brightness.
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How is one not enamored of the Dutch fans’ togetherness and cheerfulness, or the costumes and smiles of the Japanese fans?
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Finns may not be known for demonstrative cheerfulness, nor necessarily for being makers of excessively happy music.
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“Optimism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/optimism. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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