Optimism

/ˈɑːptəˌmɪzəm/ (US), /ˈɒptɪˌmɪzəm/ (UK) noun

Definition

Optimism is the habit of expecting good things to happen or believing that problems can be solved.

Etymology

From Latin “optimus” meaning “best,” through French “optimisme.” It originally referred to a philosophical belief that this world is the best possible one, then softened into a general positive outlook.

Kelly Says

The word started as a serious philosophy claim that this is literally the best world that could exist—not just a mood. Everyday optimism is like a tiny echo of that huge idea: acting as if better outcomes are realistically possible.

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