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
The catalyst was a softer-than-expected inflation report for November and robust earnings from Micron Technology, which revived optimism around artificial intelligence investment.
—
Benzinga, Freep.com, 20 Dec. 2025
Despite lingering skepticism, Taylor expressed optimism about the department's direction.
—Da Lin, CBS News, 20 Dec. 2025
The recent tape action has done nothing much to dampen the optimism.
—Michael Santoli, CNBC, 20 Dec. 2025
The Russian leader struck a tone of economic optimism during his remarks, seeking to project confidence despite ongoing challenges fueled by Western sanctions and the effects of his war in Ukraine.
—Keir Simmons, NBC news, 19 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for optimism
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Benzinga, Freep.com, 20 Dec. 2025
Despite lingering skepticism, Taylor expressed optimism about the department's direction.
—Da Lin, CBS News, 20 Dec. 2025
The recent tape action has done nothing much to dampen the optimism.
—Michael Santoli, CNBC, 20 Dec. 2025
The Russian leader struck a tone of economic optimism during his remarks, seeking to project confidence despite ongoing challenges fueled by Western sanctions and the effects of his war in Ukraine.
—Keir Simmons, NBC news, 19 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for optimism
Cite this Entry
“Optimism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/optimism. Accessed 24 Dec. 2025.
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
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share