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optimiste

optimistic

adjective op-tee-MEEST Rare
Mind & Emotions Attitudes

Usage Note

Optimiste is both an adjective and a noun in French; un optimiste means 'an optimist.' The feminine form is identical: une personne optimiste. Its antonym is pessimiste.

Examples

"Elle reste optimiste malgré les difficultés."

Natural Translation

She stays optimistic despite the difficulties.

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