English · Emotions & Feelings
optimism
/ˈɒp.tɪ.mɪz.əm/
[/ˈɒp.tɪ.mɪz.əm/]
hopefulness about the future
Advancednoun
Definition
Optimism is hopefulness and confidence about the future or the success of something. Speakers argue that grounded optimism drives progress.
Example
Her optimism inspired the whole team to keep going.
Her optimism inspired the whole team to keep going.
Etymology
From Latin 'optimus', meaning best.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in talks on hope, progress, and mindset.