rosier; rosiest
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
Synonyms
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
Recent Examples on the Web
But Morning Consult's data was still a bit rosier than that of other pollsters.
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Cooper Burton, ABC News, 18 Apr. 2024
Longer-term trends are not as rosy for cable, however, as in the past year, it’s declined from 31.1 percent of TV use to 28.3 percent.
—Rick Porter, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Apr. 2024
While the memories of Mr. Trump’s tumultuous and chaotic administration have not significantly faded, many voters now have a rosier picture of his handling of the economy, immigration and maintaining law and order.
—Ruth Igielnik, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2024
In a handful of states, legislation has made for a rosier funding picture.
—Leah Fabel, The Christian Science Monitor, 8 Apr. 2024
Despite the rosy economic picture painted by the stock market in 2023, the bottom 50% tells a different story.
—Rocio Fabbro, Quartz, 28 Mar. 2024
But the president’s rosy economic picture hasn't reached everyone.
—Lauren Villagran, USA TODAY, 24 Mar. 2024
In tribute to that heritage, Chanel is releasing four pink editions—two J12s and two Boyfriend models—decorated liberally with the rosy hue.
—Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 9 Apr. 2024
For makers of cognac, vodka and aperitifs, however, the outlook isn’t as rosy.
—Chloé Meley, Fortune Europe, 8 Apr. 2024
Cooper Burton, ABC News, 18 Apr. 2024
Longer-term trends are not as rosy for cable, however, as in the past year, it’s declined from 31.1 percent of TV use to 28.3 percent.
—Rick Porter, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Apr. 2024
While the memories of Mr. Trump’s tumultuous and chaotic administration have not significantly faded, many voters now have a rosier picture of his handling of the economy, immigration and maintaining law and order.
—Ruth Igielnik, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2024
In a handful of states, legislation has made for a rosier funding picture.
—Leah Fabel, The Christian Science Monitor, 8 Apr. 2024
Despite the rosy economic picture painted by the stock market in 2023, the bottom 50% tells a different story.
—Rocio Fabbro, Quartz, 28 Mar. 2024
But the president’s rosy economic picture hasn't reached everyone.
—Lauren Villagran, USA TODAY, 24 Mar. 2024
In tribute to that heritage, Chanel is releasing four pink editions—two J12s and two Boyfriend models—decorated liberally with the rosy hue.
—Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 9 Apr. 2024
For makers of cognac, vodka and aperitifs, however, the outlook isn’t as rosy.
—Chloé Meley, Fortune Europe, 8 Apr. 2024
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“Rosy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rosy. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
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