Optimist
/ˈɒp.tɪ.mɪst/
An optimist is a person who always looks on the bright side and believes that good things will happen, even when things get tough.
Examples
- My dad is such an optimist; he always believes we can win the soccer game no matter how tough the other team is.
- Even when the weather is rainy, my sister is an optimist and says it will be sunny tomorrow for our picnic.
- In class, my teacher is an optimist who encourages us to try our best, even when we find the math problems difficult.
Synonyms
hopeful
cheerful
positive
bright
confident
upbeat
Antonyms
pessimist
gloomy
negative
cynical
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