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optimisms
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a temporary or situation-based sense of confidence that a specific outcome will be positive
- She faced the final exam with optimism, confident that she had studied enough.
- Despite the storm, there was optimism that the event would still take place.
- Investors showed optimism after the company announced its expansion plans.
- Even after the injury, he expressed optimism about returning to the game soon.
- The doctor’s reassurance gave her optimism about her recovery.
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a general tendency to look on the bright side of things and to expect positive outcomes
- Despite the challenges, her optimism helped her stay focused and driven toward her goals.
- His natural optimism made him believe that everything would work out for the best, no matter how difficult the situation.
- The optimism of the community shone through as they rebuilt their town after the disaster.
- His optimism makes him trust that people always have good intentions.
- His lifelong optimism helps him embrace change with confidence.
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a philosophical belief that goodness prevails over evil or that the universe is fundamentally positive
- Many philosophers have debated whether optimism about the universe is justified.
- Her optimism in the fundamental goodness of people remained unshaken despite hardships.
- Religious teachings often promote optimism, emphasizing that good will always triumph.
- Enlightenment thinkers embraced optimism, believing in the continuous improvement of society.
- Many utopian theories are based on optimism that humanity will create a perfect society.