[
US
/ˈɑptəˌmɪzəm/
]
[ UK /ˈɒptɪmˌɪzəm/ ]
[ UK /ˈɒptɪmˌɪzəm/ ]
Synonyms
Faith in the essential goodness of the universe
idealism
mysticism
logical realism
philosophy of goodness
belief in progress
Leibnitz's doctrine
also faith
Tendency to expect or hope for the best
trust
confidence
enthusiasm
assurance
happiness
encouragement
certainty
expectation
anticipation
expectancy
brightness
elation
buoyancy
exhilaration
cheerfulness
calmness
sureness
hopefulness
easiness
good cheer
sanguineness
looking on the bright side
seeing through rose-colored glasses
Pollyannaism
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