GRE Word List
OPTIMIST
a person who is inclined to be hopeful and to expect good outcomes : someone who is given to optimism
The meaning of the word optimist is a person who is inclined to be hopeful and to expect good outcomes : someone who is given to optimism.
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indicative | serving to indicate |
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opportune | suitable or convenient for a particular occurrence |
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impeccable | free from fault or blame : flawless |
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