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
For the last several years, Red Sox Nation may have been cautiously optimistic about a new season, but like the payroll, expectations were low.
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Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 2 Apr. 2025
The stablecoin sector specifically has been ramping up as the industry becomes more optimistic that the crypto market will get its first piece of U.S. legislation passed and implemented this year, likely focusing on stablecoins.
—Sean Conlon, CNBC, 1 Apr. 2025
Actor Dave Coulier is feeling optimistic about his future, despite an unexpected past few months.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 1 Apr. 2025
Surround Yourself with Positive Influences Entrepreneurs and investors who network with forward-thinking, optimistic individuals are more likely to maintain a long-term perspective on financial growth.
—Shane Enete, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
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Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 2 Apr. 2025
The stablecoin sector specifically has been ramping up as the industry becomes more optimistic that the crypto market will get its first piece of U.S. legislation passed and implemented this year, likely focusing on stablecoins.
—Sean Conlon, CNBC, 1 Apr. 2025
Actor Dave Coulier is feeling optimistic about his future, despite an unexpected past few months.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 1 Apr. 2025
Surround Yourself with Positive Influences Entrepreneurs and investors who network with forward-thinking, optimistic individuals are more likely to maintain a long-term perspective on financial growth.
—Shane Enete, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for optimistic
Adjective
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One of the most promising applications is workforce assistance, particularly in industries facing labor shortages, such as healthcare.—
Melody Brue,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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The bottom of the Jezero Crater – believed to have formed 3.9 billion years ago from a massive impact – is considered to be among the most promising areas on Mars to search for evidence of ancient life.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2025
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The pistachios add a nice crunch and the fresh mint lends the bowl a refreshing, bright pop of flavor.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
3 Apr. 2025
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Both O’Mara and McMahon believe that Pickle has a bright future ahead.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
3 Apr. 2025
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However, as Elvis giggled in his mother’s arms, another, far less hopeful, moment was unfolding.—
Mario Jimenez,
Scientific American,
8 Apr. 2025
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Join 447 others in the comments View Comments So investors hopeful for a deal may not get one.—
John Towfighi, David Goldman and Matt Egan,
CNN Money,
8 Apr. 2025
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“Optimistic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/optimistic. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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