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.
Recent Examples on the Web
One person who shares that optimism is James Cameron, the director behind the Terminator and Avatar film franchises.
—
Diane Brady, Fortune, 12 Apr. 2024
Her recent project, 'Hope,' assembles a collection of photographs that inspire optimism for the environmental cause.
—Caterina De Biasio, Vogue, 12 Apr. 2024
The joyous optimism and soaring lyricism can’t help but make any day more sunny.
—Patrick Neas, Kansas City Star, 12 Apr. 2024
Seeing firsthand how a city can flourish again after a disaster boosted her optimism.
—Doc Louallen, ABC News, 10 Apr. 2024
Despite challenges, and the example of difficulties in San Francisco, there was a fair bit of optimism that between now and the end of the year medical providers and government planners will be able to pull together the resources necessary to prevent significant pain in the new year.
—Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2024
As the executive chairman of this company, I am filled with optimism moving forward with such a talented news executive.
—Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2024
This story is optimistic and mischievous, a validation of optimism, really.
—Marcela Davison Aviles, NPR, 8 Apr. 2024
Maryland voters also show a decline in optimism in the six years since The Post-UMD poll last asked about their views on the direction of the state.
—Emily Guskin, Washington Post, 6 Apr. 2024
Diane Brady, Fortune, 12 Apr. 2024
Her recent project, 'Hope,' assembles a collection of photographs that inspire optimism for the environmental cause.
—Caterina De Biasio, Vogue, 12 Apr. 2024
The joyous optimism and soaring lyricism can’t help but make any day more sunny.
—Patrick Neas, Kansas City Star, 12 Apr. 2024
Seeing firsthand how a city can flourish again after a disaster boosted her optimism.
—Doc Louallen, ABC News, 10 Apr. 2024
Despite challenges, and the example of difficulties in San Francisco, there was a fair bit of optimism that between now and the end of the year medical providers and government planners will be able to pull together the resources necessary to prevent significant pain in the new year.
—Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2024
As the executive chairman of this company, I am filled with optimism moving forward with such a talented news executive.
—Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2024
This story is optimistic and mischievous, a validation of optimism, really.
—Marcela Davison Aviles, NPR, 8 Apr. 2024
Maryland voters also show a decline in optimism in the six years since The Post-UMD poll last asked about their views on the direction of the state.
—Emily Guskin, Washington Post, 6 Apr. 2024
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“Optimism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/optimism. Accessed 23 Apr. 2024.
Copy CitationKids Definition
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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