optimism
1. the optimistic feeling that all is going to turn out well (Freq. 2) • Ant: pessimism • Derivationally related forms: optimistic, optimist • Hypernyms: hope • Hyponyms: sanguinity, sanguineness 2. a general disposition to expect the best in all things • Ant: pessimism • Derivationally related forms: optimistic, optimist • Hypernyms: disposition, temperament
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