BULLISH Synonyms: 62 Similar and Opposite Words

bullish

adjective

Definition of bullish

as in positive

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Recent Examples of bullish Take Shelton for example, the former four-star recruit is oozing with talent and many around the program are bullish on his upside. — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Sep. 2026 While many were bullish on Practical Magic 2 over the total awareness, reviews at 38% kept the older female audience from expanding. — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 16 Sep. 2026 Those on the bullish end of the debt debate would point out that, although yields are relatively elevated, the factors driving the rise at present don’t necessarily stem from fiscal concerns. — Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 15 Sep. 2026 Texas has historically been a reliably Republican state, but Paxton’s controversial candidacy has some Democrats — including Kim — increasingly bullish on the race. — Lauren Morganbesser, semafor.com, 15 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bullish

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Adjective

In 34 out of 37 countries polled by Gallup, more adults express positive feelings about AI than do negative ones.

— Morgan Chalfant, semafor.com, 23 Sep. 2026
For everyday life, the presence of AI voices is largely a positive development, offering convenience, accessibility and improved experiences.

— Will Jones, Sacbee.com, 22 Sep. 2026

Definition of positive

Adjective

Maluma’s playful, confident verses add another layer of flirtation, while Shakira’s unmistakable vocals bring both sensuality and command to the track.

— Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 18 Sep. 2026
Whether the quarterback who had looked so confident before his first setback suddenly looked different afterward.

— Taylor Eldridge, Kansas City Star, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of confident

Adjective

But both countries are vying for a decisive advantage on AI, with Trump warning that any efforts to regulate the technology would help China.

— ABC News, ABC News, 17 Sep. 2026
These artists are working in very different places and from very different positions, but their images all seem to understand that a ‘decisive moment’ can happen under pressure.

— PhotoVogue, Vogue, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of decisive

Adjective

In particular, this bill would direct the nonpartisan agency to study the topic of overpayments to Medicare Advantage plans in a manner that’s more favorable to insurers.

— John Wilkerson, STAT, 16 Sep. 2026
This week has brought several recent polls showing Democrats with a favorable environment heading into November.

— Davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of favorable

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