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rosier; rosiest
Synonyms of rosynext
1
a
: of the color rose
b
: having a pinkish usually healthy-looking complexion : blooming
c
: marked by blushes
2
: characterized by or tending to promote optimism
a rosy outlook
rosiness noun

Examples of rosy in a Sentence

rosy and cheerful after a day outside in the snow that's a particularly rosy view of the economic situation, and one that may not be justified
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Also, management’s rosy cRPO outlook for the fourth quarter sets up a solid fiscal year ahead. Jeff Marks, CNBC, 4 Dec. 2025 Many waiver decisions don’t end up as rosy as Nettles’ did. Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 30 Nov. 2025 And for those seeking a rosy cheek, don’t miss NARS’s liquid blush gift set—the ultimate touch of glow to round out your beauty haul. Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 29 Nov. 2025 Everything is looking rosy for the men in pink, who are two home wins from lifting the first MLS Cup trophy in club history. Miami Herald, 28 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for rosy

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of rosy was in the 14th century

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“Rosy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rosy. Accessed 8 Dec. 2025.

Kids Definition

rosy

adjective
rosier; rosiest
1
: of the color rose
2
: promising, hopeful
a rosy outlook
rosy prospects
rosily
-zə-lē
adverb
rosiness
-zē-nəs
noun

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