optimism

• 名词，指倾向于期待最好的可能结果，或从最积极的角度看待事物的心态。

A noun referring to a tendency or disposition to expect the best possible outcome or to view situations in the most positive light.

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1. Hopeful outlookB2formal

   A tendency to expect the best possible outcome or to look on the bright side of things.

   乐观

   • Her optimism helped the team stay motivated during the crisis.
   • Despite the setbacks, he maintained a sense of optimism.
   • Optimism is often linked to better mental health.

   同义词buoyancycheerfulnessconfidencehopehopefulnesspositivitysanguinity

   反义词cynicismdespondencygloomhopelessnesspessimism

2. Philosophical doctrineC1formal

   The philosophical belief that this world is the best possible world, or that good ultimately prevails over evil.

   乐观主义（哲学学说）

   • Leibniz's philosophy of optimism argues that everything happens for the best.
   • The doctrine of optimism was criticized by Voltaire in 'Candide'.
   • Optimism as a philosophical concept has been debated for centuries.

   反义词pessimism