Optimistic
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌɒptɪˈmɪstɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Optimistic is an adjective meaning Expecting the best in all possible ways.
Meaning
Expecting the best in all possible ways.
More Meanings
- (computing) Allowing other processes to perform transactions on the same data at the same time, and checking for conflicts only when changes need to be written back.
Example Sentences
optimistic plans
optimistic locking
in an optimistic mood
optimistic concurrency
Synonyms for optimistic
Depending on context, synonyms include upbeat, rosy, sanguine, positive, cheerful, affirmative.
Antonyms for optimistic
Common opposites include pessimistic.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include starry-eyed, positive, cheerful, affirmative, bullish, upbeat.
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