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- Dictionaryoptimism/ˈɒptɪmɪz(ə)m/
noun
- 1. hopefulness and confidence about the future or the success of something: "the talks had been amicable and there were grounds for optimism"
- 2. the doctrine, especially as set forth by Leibniz, that this world is the best of all possible worlds.
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OPTIMISM definition: 1. the quality of being full of hope and emphasizing the good parts of a situation, or a belief…. Learn more.
The meaning of OPTIMISM is a doctrine that this world is the best possible world. How to use optimism in a sentence.
the quality of being full of hope and emphasizing the good parts of a situation, or a belief that something good will happen: There was a note of optimism in his voice as he spoke about the company's future. They had cause / grounds / reason for cautious optimism about an improvement in her medical condition. Opposite. pessimism. Fewer examples.
a disposition or tendency to look on the more favorable side of events or conditions and to expect the most favorable outcome. Synonyms: cheerfulness, hopefulness, confidence. Antonyms: cynicism, pessimism. the belief that good ultimately predominates over evil in the world. Antonyms: cynicism, pessimism. the belief that goodness pervades reality.
Half a glass of water, illustration of two different mental attitudes, optimism (half full) and pessimism (half empty) Optimism is an attitude reflecting a belief or hope that the outcome of some specific endeavor
Optimism is the feeling of being hopeful about the future or about the success of something in particular. The manager expressed optimism about adding to his squad before the transfer window closes. ...a mood of cautious optimism.
Definition of optimism noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
