optimism
nounmasculine/ɔtiˈmiʒmu/high
o·ti·mis·mo
Definition
A tendency to see and expect the favourable side of things; an attitude of confidence in the future.
Despite the difficulties, he maintains a contagious optimism.
The coach's optimism transmitted to the team.
Common collocations
cautious optimismair of optimismlose optimism
Etymology
Do francês 'optimisme', por sua vez do latim 'optimum' (o melhor).