Definition of OPTIMISM

optimism

Meanings

Plural: optimisms

Noun

  • the optimistic feeling that all is going to turn out well
  • a general disposition to expect the best in all things
  • a tendency to expect the best, or at least, a favourable outcome
  • the doctrine that this world is the best of all possible worlds
  • the belief that good will eventually triumph over evil

Origin / Etymology

From French optimisme, equivalent to Latin optimus + -ism.

Antonyms

pessimism

Scrabble Score: 14

optimism is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
optimism is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
optimism is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 17

optimism is a valid Words With Friends word