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optimism

nounmasculinegeneral usevery common/ɔtiˈmiʒmu/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.”

cautious optimismair of optimismlose optimism