Synonyms for

Optimistic

Verb / ˌɑ:ptʌˈmɪstɪk / Another word for optimistic — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

feeling hopeful and confident about the future

Synonyms & similar words

pessimistic affirmative hopeful confident positive encouraging upbeat cheerful sanguine buoyant rosy bright promising assured secure optimistical idealistic aspirational enthusiastic confident bullish high

Synonyms by register

Formal

hopeful positive confident forward-looking

Informal

upbeat sunny bullish can-do

Literary

buoyant rosy

Antonyms

pessimistic cynical gloomy negative doubtful despairing fatalistic

Common collocations

  • optimistic outlook
  • optimistic about the future
  • optimistic view
  • optimistic attitude
  • optimistic assessment
  • optimistic forecast
  • optimistic sign

Word family

noun optimism
adjective optimistic
adverb optimistically

Usage note

Often used to describe a person's general disposition or their view on a specific situation. It carries a positive connotation, implying a belief in good outcomes.

Example sentences

  1. Even though it was raining, she remained optimistic that the sun would come out.
  2. He had an optimistic outlook on life and believed that everything would work out in the end.
  3. The coach was optimistic about the team's chances of winning the championship.
  4. Despite the setbacks, she remained optimistic and kept working towards her goal.
  5. He was optimistic that the new treatment would cure his illness.

Quotes

  • Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence. - Helen Keller
  • I am an optimist. It does not seem too much use being anything else. - Winston Churchill
  • Optimism is the most important human trait, because it allows us to evolve our ideas, to improve our situation, and to hope for a better tomorrow. - Seth Godin

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