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Monday 2 March

sanguine

/ˈsæŋɡwɪn/adjective
C1

Definition

Optimistic, especially in a difficult situation.

Example

Despite the setbacks, she remained sanguine about the company's future.

🏛️ Word Origin

Latin 'sanguineus' (blood-red) — a ruddy complexion was thought to indicate cheerfulness.

Synonyms

optimistichopefulupbeat

Antonyms

pessimisticdespairinggloomy

Common Collocations

sanguine outlookremain sanguinefeel sanguine about
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