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Synonyms & Similar Words
optimistic
cheerful
hopeful
positive
confident
buoyant
enthusiastic
energetic
lively
vivacious
genial
affable
warm
friendly
outgoing
sociable
gregarious
effervescent
ebullient
carefree
sunny
bright
radiant
beaming
glowing
jubilant
elated
euphoric
ecstatic
thrilled
delighted
pleased
satisfied
content
happy
joyful
jolly
merry
blithe
sprightly
lively
animated
vivacious
spirited
perky
peppy
zesty
zealous
passionate
fervent
ardent
keen
eager
excited
thrilled
exhilarated
invigorated
refreshed
renewed
revitalized
reinvigorated
Meaning of Sanguine
having a disposition to be optimistic and positive
Definitions
- having a cheerful and optimistic disposition, or a blood-dominated temperament in medieval physiology
- * having a confident and enthusiastic attitude
Etymology of Sanguine
The word "sanguine" originates from the Latin "sanguis," meaning blood, and was used in medieval physiology to describe one of the four fluid-based temperaments, with the sanguine type being associated with a predominance of blood and a cheerful, optimistic personality
Example Uses
- She has a sanguine personality, always expecting good things to happen
- * His sanguine attitude helped him to stay positive during difficult times
- * The team's sanguine approach to the challenge inspired their colleagues
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
pessimistic
gloomy
melancholic
morose
despondent
depressed
dejected
disheartened
discouraged
hopeless
despairing
cynical
skeptical
doubtful
negative
critical
disparaging
dismissive
hostile
unfriendly
aloof
distant
reserved
introverted
shy
timid
anxious
fearful
apprehensive
nervous
uneasy
uncertain
hesitant