Always expecting the best, panglossian, and pollyannaish are all synonyms for optimistic. Pessimistic, negative, gloomy, and ominous are antonyms of optimistic. And here are 23 another word for optimistic.
The adjective "optimistic" has a variety of synonyms that differ in length. 1 synonym with 4 letters, 3 synonyms with 6 letters, 3 synonyms with 7 letters, 3 synonyms with 8 letters, 2 synonyms with 9 letters, 4 synonyms with 10 letters, 3 synonyms with 11 letters, 1 synonym with 12 letters, and 1 synonym with 22 letters, for a total of 21 synonyms for optimistic.
She remained optimistic despite challenges.
His optimistic attitude inspired everyone.
They are optimistic about tomorrow.
An optimistic outlook can help.
| Word | Opposites | Synonyms |
|---|---|---|
| Distinction | Similarity, uniformity | Difference, contrast |
| Sinister | Benevolent, kind | Menacing, threatening |
| Prestige | Disrepute, obscurity | Status, standing |
| Systematic | Disorganized, chaotic | Structured, methodical |
| Inconsistent | Consistent, steady | Incompatible with, conflicting with |
| Sarcastic | Sincere, genuine | Sardonic, ironic |
| Hectic | Leisurely, quiet | Frantic, frenetic |
| Distort | Clarify, accurately represent | Twist, warp |
| Distorted | Clear, accurate | Warped, twisted |
| Unrealistic | Realistic, pragmatic, lifelike | Impractical, impracticable |
| Distraction | Focus, concentration | Diversion, interruption |
| Destination | Origin, starting point | Journey's end, end of the line |
| Similar | Dissimilar, different, dissimilar to, unlike | Alike, (much) the same |
| Long time | Short time, moment | Ages, eternity |
| Time consuming | Quick, efficient | Lengthy, slow |
| Romantic | Platonic, unromantic | Amorous, intimate |
| Long-lasting | Short-lived, ephemeral | Enduring, lasting |
| Article | Book, pamphlet | Object, thing |
| Stigma | Honour, credit | Shame, disgrace |
| Institution | Dismissal, defrocking, halting, cancellation, ending | Organization, establishment |
| Pragmatic | Impractical, unrealistic, idealistic | Practical, matter-of-fact |
| Distant | Near, recent | Faraway, far off |
| Premise | Conclusion, result | Assumption, proposition |
| Timid | Bold, forthcoming, brazen | Easily frightened, lacking courage |
| In practice | In theory, in conceptually | In reality, in action |
| Practice | Neglect, theory | Application, exercise |
| Distance | Draw closer, friendliness | Interval, space |
| In time | Late, never | Early enough, in good time |
| On time | Late, behind schedule | Punctual(ly), prompt(ly) |
| Legitimate | Illegal, illegitimate | Legal, lawful |
| Misunderstand | Grasp, understand correctly, get the right idea | Misapprehend, misinterpret |
| Misunderstanding | Harmony, clarity, agreement | Misinterpretation, misconstruction |
| Mimic | Originate, differ | Imitate, copy |
| Skeptical | Certain, convinced, optimistic | Dubious, doubtful |
| Disturb | Calm, soothe | Disarrange, muddle |
| Substitute | Original, permanent | Replacement, deputy |
| Drastic | Mild, moderate | Extreme, serious |
| Prestigious | Disreputable, obscure, minor, humble, lowly | Reputable, distinguished |
| Distinctive | Common , ordinary | Distinguishing, characteristic |
| Disruption | Stability, continuity | Disturbance, disordering |
| Intimidate | Reassure, comfort | Frighten, menace |
| Intimidating | Comforting, reassuring | Frightening, alarming |
| Automatically | Manually, intentionally | Instantly, spontaneously |
| Adopted | Biological, natural-born | Accepted, taken in |
| Adopt | Reject, abandon | Embrace, take on |
| Criticism | Praise, approval | Censure, reproval |
| Noticeable | Imperceptible, unobtrusive, inconspicuous | Perceptible, discernible |
| Distress | Happiness, comfort | Anguish, suffering |
| Miserable | Generous, adequate | Unhappy, sad |
| Criminal | Lawful, commendable | Lawbreaker, offender |
| Pathetic | Comical, cheerful | Pitiful, pitiable |
| Hostile | Friendly, mild | Antagonistic, aggressive |
| Injustice | Justice, fairness | Unfairness, inequity |
| Distribution | Collection, accumulation | Giving out, dealing out |
| List | Ignore, exclude | Catalogue, inventory |