Associations to the word «Optimism»

Wiktionary

OPTIMISM, noun. A tendency to expect the best, or at least, a favourable outcome
OPTIMISM, noun. The doctrine that this world is the best of all possible worlds
OPTIMISM, noun. The belief that good will eventually triumph over evil

Dictionary definition

OPTIMISM, noun. The optimistic feeling that all is going to turn out well.
OPTIMISM, noun. A general disposition to expect the best in all things.

Wise words

We should have a great fewer disputes in the world if words were taken for what they are, the signs of our ideas only, and not for things themselves.
John Locke