Anticynically

/ˌæntɪˈsɪnɪkli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner that opposes or rejects cynicism; with belief in human goodness and sincerity.

Etymology

From anticynical + -ly (adverb suffix). Standard English formation creating an adverb from an adjective to modify verbs and describe how actions are performed.

Kelly Says

When someone acts anticynically—like volunteering without expecting reward or trusting a stranger—they're swimming against the current of modern skepticism, which is actually pretty brave and statistically more likely to make them happy!

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