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optimism

[op-tuh-miz-uhm]

noun

  1. a disposition or tendency to look on the more favorable side of events or conditions and to expect the most favorable outcome.

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  2. the belief that good ultimately predominates over evil in the world.

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  3. the belief that goodness pervades reality.

  4. the doctrine that the existing world is the best of all possible worlds.



optimism

/ ˈɒɪˌɪə /

noun

  1. the tendency to expect the best and see the best in all things

  2. hopefulness; confidence

  3. the doctrine of the ultimate triumph of good over evil

  4. the philosophical doctrine that this is the best of all possible worlds

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Other 51Թ Forms

  • antioptimism noun
  • overoptimism noun
  • ˈDZپ noun
  • ˌDZپˈپ adverb
  • ˌDZپˈپ adjective
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of optimism1

First recorded in 1730–40; from French optimisme, from Latin optim(um) ( optimum ) + French -isme -ism
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of optimism1

C18: from French optimisme, from Latin optimus best, superlative of bonus good
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It’s a far cry from the hints of optimism some in the industry had toward the end of last year.

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“Prime Minister” is an essential political portrait in how it seeds optimism and concern, leaving you with hope that more Jacinda Arderns are in the wings ready to enshrine common sense, despite the risks.

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Many close observers of World Cup preparations share Freedman’s optimism.

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Earlier Tuesday, however, the Dodgers had reasons for optimism: These current circumstances might not last much longer.

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But to suggest this was achieved in a fashion that was impressive, or is a source of optimism for the World Cup, would be delusion on the grand scale.

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