as in promising
having qualities which inspire hope
the economic predictions for the coming year are actually quite optimistic
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Recent Examples of optimistic
Meta Platforms reported better-than-expected quarterly results , and analysts are feeling optimistic about its performance going forward.
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Sean Conlon, CNBC, 31 July 2025
So far, the feedback internally has been optimistic.
—Mike Kaye
july 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2025
Although supporters of the program are optimistic about the proposal's prospects, opponents gathered in force at the Capitol on Tuesday to voice their concern that school vouchers will harm students and public schools.
—Keri Heath, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
President Donald Trump, who calls FIFA President Gianni Infantino a friend, is optimistic about the global turnout for next year’s World Cup, even as his ongoing trade policies continue to impact a range of countries, several of which are expected to compete in the tournament.
—India Brown, Robb Report, 22 July 2025
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Sean Conlon, CNBC, 31 July 2025
So far, the feedback internally has been optimistic.
—Mike Kaye
july 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2025
Although supporters of the program are optimistic about the proposal's prospects, opponents gathered in force at the Capitol on Tuesday to voice their concern that school vouchers will harm students and public schools.
—Keri Heath, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
President Donald Trump, who calls FIFA President Gianni Infantino a friend, is optimistic about the global turnout for next year’s World Cup, even as his ongoing trade policies continue to impact a range of countries, several of which are expected to compete in the tournament.
—India Brown, Robb Report, 22 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for optimistic
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The amalgamation of artificial intelligence with quantum computing will transform existing computational paradigms, heralding a promising future, but with risks.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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Sarr shows promising signs Arsenal’s goalkeeper David Raya kept trying to catch Spurs off guard by mixing up the length of his passes.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
31 July 2025
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The Perseids is known to produce bright meteors and even fireballs that will shine through the bright lunar light.—
Stephanie Vermillion,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Aug. 2025
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With Carson Hooper on board, the business has a bright future, Harley Hooper believes.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
1 Aug. 2025
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For Benge, seeing a connection to using technology and brain health as well as doing physical activity and learning new things is hopeful.—
Nicole Villalpando,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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The film is currently in the last stages of post-production, with the team hopeful to cross the final line through partnerships made in Santiago.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
29 July 2025
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“Optimistic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/optimistic. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.
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