Optimist
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Pro Tip 1/3
Expect Good
An optimist is hopeful and looks for the positive outcome in difficult situations. Even with dark clouds overhead, the optimist believed it wouldn't rain on the picnic.
Pro Tip 2/3
Not Naive
Optimists aren't always unrealistic; they can recognize challenges but still remain hopeful. She is an optimist, but she still made a backup plan in case her first project failed.
Pro Tip 3/3
Eternal Hope
The phrase 'eternal optimist' describes someone who always sees the bright side, regardless of repeated disappointments. Even after several job rejections, he was an eternal optimist and kept applying.