POLLYANNAISH Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

Pollyannaish

adjective

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Definition of Pollyannaish

as in optimistic

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Adjective

After a late October rain last year, the fourth-generation farmer was optimistic about his 1,800 acres (728 hectares) of winter wheat.

— ABC News, ABC News, 4 Sep. 2026
The two then give their thoughts on the Hurricanes overall entering the season, with both optimistic about what could come for UM in 2026.

— Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of optimistic

Adjective

Call me sentimental, but an epiphany at a table can linger for a long time.

— Daniel Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2026
Over the 28 years since its release, the original Practical Magic, despite its dismal reviews and middling box-office reception, has accrued a sentimental affection from fans.

— Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of sentimental

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Quanex Building Products — The manufacturer of window and door hardware saw its stock surge 19% on the back of a rosy third-quarter earnings report.

— Michelle Fox,Darla Mercado, CFP®, CNBC, 4 Sep. 2026
That blur of words equates to the sensation of biting into an August peach, closing your eyes and tasting every flavor — juicy, rosy, floral-sweet-mineral peachiness — all the way through.

— Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 3 Sep. 2026

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