optimism synonyms

optimism

n.

  1. Belief in the essential goodness of the universe

    idealism, mysticism, logical realism, philosophy of goodness, belief in progress, Leibnitz's doctrine; see also faith, idealism 2.

    Antonyms sadness*, pessimism*, cynicism. *

  2. An inclination to expect or to hope for the best

    cheerfulness, hopefulness, confidence, assurance, sanguineness, encouragement, happiness, brightness, enthusiasm, good cheer, exhilaration, buoyancy, trust, looking on the bright side, seeing through rose-colored glasses, calmness, elation, expectancy, expectation, anticipation, easiness, sureness, Pollyannaism, certainty.

    Antonyms gloom*, despair*, melancholy.

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