optimism
noun
op·ti·mism
ˈäp-tə-ˌmi-zəm 
1
: a doctrine that this world is the best possible world
2
: an inclination to put the most favorable construction upon actions and events or to anticipate the best possible outcome
expressed optimism about the future of the business
the optimism of cheerleaders
Examples of optimism in a Sentence
Both of them expressed optimism about the future of the town.
The early sales reports are cause for optimism.
There is growing optimism that the problem can be corrected.
He maintains a sense of optimism, despite all that has happened.
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The coalition expressed more optimism about future revenue in its June 10 budget compromise proposal, which the council adopted 7-2 after a long debate.
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David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 June 2025
As of right now, there is not a lot of reason for optimism surrounding the 76ers.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 June 2025
Consumer sentiment improved more than expected in June, indicating a swell of optimism as President Donald Trump rolled back some tariffs in recent weeks.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 13 June 2025
There’s still a strong sense of optimism, and business remains steady, which encourages us to continue evolving our offerings.
—Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 13 June 2025
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David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 June 2025
As of right now, there is not a lot of reason for optimism surrounding the 76ers.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 June 2025
Consumer sentiment improved more than expected in June, indicating a swell of optimism as President Donald Trump rolled back some tariffs in recent weeks.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 13 June 2025
There’s still a strong sense of optimism, and business remains steady, which encourages us to continue evolving our offerings.
—Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 13 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for optimism
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“Optimism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/optimism. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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optimism
noun
op·ti·mism
ˈäp-tə-ˌmiz-əm
: a habit of expecting everything to turn out for the best
Medical Definition
optimism
noun
op·ti·mism
ˈäp-tə-ˌmiz-əm
: an inclination to put the most favorable construction upon actions and events or to anticipate the best possible outcome
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