B1 — Intermediateaggettivo/nome
ottimista
optimistic, optimist
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
positivofiduciososperanzososerenoentusiasta
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
pessimistanegativosfiduciatodisperatorassegnato
Usage note
'Ottimista' can be noun or adjective (invariable as adjective). 'Positivo' is very common in colloquial speech. 'Fiducioso' implies trust and confidence. 'Speranzoso' means hopeful. 'Sereno' implies calm positivity. 'Entusiasta' adds energy and excitement.
Example
"Rimane ottimista anche nelle situazioni più difficili."
"She remains optimistic even in the most difficult situations."
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