SANGUINITY Synonyms: 30 Similar and Opposite Words

sanguinity

noun

Definition of sanguinity

as in optimism

an inclination to believe in the most favorable outcome Pollyanna had so great a tendency to look for the good in everyone and everything that her name has become a synonym for someone of irrepressible sanguinity

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optimism

Noun

But there is a lot of value in optimism and hope and connection.

— Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
While optimism is growing, high prices and interest rates remain the biggest hurdles for hopeful buyers.

— Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 9 July 2026

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