Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pollyannish
Adjective
/ˌpɒliˈænɪʃ/
Definition
Excessively optimistic or cheerful, often in a way that disregards the realities of a situation.
Examples
- Her pollyannish outlook on life made it difficult for her to see the seriousness of the situation.
- Despite the challenges we faced, his pollyannish belief that everything would work out kept the team’s spirits high.
Meaning
Describes someone who is overly positive, perhaps unreasonably so, especially in the face of adversity or challenges.
Synonyms
- Optimistic
- Hopeful
- Sunnyside
- Idealistic
- Naive
