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Optimism

adj.

sanguine

Meaning: optimistic, cheery

Usage: Polly reacted to any bad news with a sanguine smile and the chirpy cry, “When life hands you lemons, make lemonade!”

adj.

zealous

Meaning: fervent, filled with eagerness in pursuit of something

Usage: If he were any more zealous about getting his promotion, he’d practically live at the office.

adj.

felicitous

Meaning: well suited, apt 2. delightful, pleasing

Usage: I spent a felicitous afternoon visiting old friends.

n.

alacrity

Meaning: eagerness, speed

Usage: When the coach asked for volunteers, Maya raised her hand with alacrity.