overoptimism

op·ti·mism

O o

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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [op-tuh-miz-uh m]
- /ˈɒp təˌmɪz əm/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [op-tuh-miz-uh m]
- /ˈɒp təˌmɪz əm/

Definitions of overoptimism word

noun overoptimism a disposition or tendency to look on the more favorable side of events or conditions and to expect the most favorable outcome. 1
noun overoptimism the belief that good ultimately predominates over evil in the world. 1
noun overoptimism the belief that goodness pervades reality. 1
noun overoptimism the doctrine that the existing world is the best of all possible worlds. 1
noun overoptimism excessive hopefulness or confidence 0

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Origin of overoptimism

First appearance:

before 1730

One of the 48% newest English words

1730-40; < French optimisme < Latin optim(um) (see optimum) + French -isme -ism

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Parts of speech for Overoptimism

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preposition

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exclamation

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overoptimism popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 92% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.

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Synonyms for overoptimism

noun overoptimism

overconfidence — too confident.

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