sanguine
cheerfully optimistic, especially in a difficult situation
Word origin: From Latin sanguis, blood.
Sanguine in a sentence
Here are example sentences showing sanguine in a sentence.
Despite the setbacks, she remained sanguine about the project's future.
Despite the disappointing quarter, the chief executive remained sanguine about the firm's long-term prospects.
Using “sanguine” well
Sanguine means cheerfully optimistic, especially in adversity. The older sense referring to blood or a ruddy complexion survives in medical usage, so do not mistake it for anything to do with anger.
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soundness of judgment and acuteness of discernment
most noticeable or important; standing out prominently
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