optimist

[ˈɑːptɪmɪst]

optimist Definition

a person who tends to be hopeful and confident about the future or the success of something.

Using optimist: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "optimist" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She is an optimist who always sees the bright side of things.

  • Example

    The team's coach is an optimist who believes they can win the championship.

  • Example

    He is an optimist about the economy despite the current challenges.

  • Example

    The company's CEO is an optimist who thinks they can double their profits this year.

optimist Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for optimist

  • dreamer
  • positive thinker
  • hopeful person
  • idealistic person

Antonyms for optimist

Idioms Using optimist

  • an optimistic view of a situation, focusing on what is present rather than what is absent

    Example

    Despite the challenges, the team's coach always sees the glass as half full and encourages his players to do the same.

  • to focus on the positive aspects of a situation, especially when it is difficult or challenging

    Example

    Even though she lost her job, she tried to look on the bright side and see it as an opportunity to find something better.

  • a positive aspect of a difficult or challenging situation

    Example

    The silver lining of the pandemic was that it brought families closer together and allowed people to appreciate the little things in life.

Phrases with optimist

  • a person who is hopeful about the future but also aware of potential problems or challenges

    Example

    I am a cautious optimist about the new project, as there are still some risks involved.

  • a person who always remains hopeful and positive, even in difficult or challenging situations

    Example

    My grandmother is an eternal optimist who believes that everything will work out in the end.

  • a person who is overly optimistic and ignores potential problems or challenges

    Example

    He is an unrealistic optimist who thinks that everything will be perfect without any effort or planning.

Origins of optimist

from French 'optimiste', from Latin 'optimus', meaning 'best'

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Summary: optimist in Brief

An 'optimist' [ˈɑːptɪmɪst] is a person who tends to be hopeful and confident about the future or the success of something. It is often used to describe someone who sees the bright side of things, like 'She is an optimist who always sees the bright side of things.' The term extends into phrases like 'cautious optimist,' 'eternal optimist,' and idioms like 'the glass is half full,' all denoting a positive outlook on life.

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