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
Despite Herrman’s optimism, the loss of the Hollywood Boulevard Marshalls will be felt by the surrounding community and tourists who frequent the area.
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Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
But these days, my optimism comes with footnotes.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 9 Jan. 2026
The centenarian company, renowned for exporting American storytelling, has transformed into a media and experiential giant, capturing and reflecting the country’s traditions and ideals of optimism, ambition, and invention across the eras, and influencing popular culture globally.
—Charlotte Hu, Time, 8 Jan. 2026
Damage is done Despite optimism about the parties reaching an agreement soon, business owners said significant damage had already been done to the local economy.
—Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 8 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for optimism
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The film flopped upon release, but Linklater’s ability to capture the nostalgia and hopefulness of this particular life period earned Dazed and Confused the third slot on EW’s list of the 50 best high school movies.—
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The sprawling west-bank complex, with seating areas tucked around the winding gardens and a slim white cat that circles the breakfast tables with palpable hopefulness, was originally created by the indomitable Zeina Aboukheir, an Italian Lebanese designer.—
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Motorola built the camera system around Sony’s LYTIA sensor to improve brightness and color accuracy.—
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Those on a budget can find simple lanterns with multiple brightness levels at low price points.—
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As Milchick, Tillman infused an unnerving cheerfulness into Lumon Industries’ macrodata refinement supervisor, a character who became increasingly central in Season 2.—
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Her vivacious attitude connects her with Aries (Stacey’s actual birthday is April 3) due to her fearlessness and cheerfulness in situations, no matter what is thrown at her.—
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“Optimism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/optimism. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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