sanguinity
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8.5
- noun
- /sæŋˈɡwɪnɪti/
- Formal
- The child's innocent sanguinity shone brightly as she eagerly anticipated her birthday party.
Examples
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I suppose the main reason for the sanguinity around here is that despite our complaints about the mediocrity of the Giants, the other teams in the NFC East are in worse shape, and if Philly loses tonight, then "no harm, no foul."
Blog text (16) -
The jury was dismayed by Bannen's apparent sanguinity.
Fiction book (1998) -
I have to say that I am much more inclined to attend to Karl Rove's sanguinity than I am to yours.
Blog text (13) -
Eggs are perishable in the luteal lag, altered by accumulated toxins, surrendering the code that compels the cells' division for sanguinity inside.
Fiction book (1993) -
Despite the challenges ahead, her sanguinity about the future kept her motivated and hopeful.
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His sanguinity during the meeting encouraged the team to remain positive, even when facing tough decisions.
Synonyms
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1.0
A feeling that something good will happen
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1.0
A cheerful feeling from a person that makes others feel happier
165
2.8
A tendency to expect good results and see the positive side of things
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3.6
Feeling hopeful and expecting a good result
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1.3
A feeling that good things will happen
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3.6
A strong belief that things will turn out well
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1.0
A happy mood that makes you smile and helps others feel good
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5.5
A cheerful, positive attitude that helps someone stay hopeful after setbacks
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1.6
A feeling of happiness and energy that makes others feel hopeful
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3.7
A hopeful view of the future or a situation
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5.9
A confident feeling that prices or markets will rise
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3.9
Hope and encouragement that help people succeed
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2.4
A cheerful, positive way of behaving that makes others feel happy
1
9.5
A feeling of happiness and energy that makes someone feel positive
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4.0
A strong, lasting belief that things will get better even in hard times
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4.4
A happy, lively mood that makes people smile
A confident, hopeful, and cheerful way of thinking
A quiet feeling of hope that stays beneath other feelings
A cheerful, carefree feeling that makes life seem easier
Antonyms
How Optimistic
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Sanguinity comes from the Latin sanguis, meaning 'blood', and it shares the same root as sanguine, meaning 'hopeful'. Long ago doctors thought having much blood made people warm, cheerful, and brave, so sanguinity now means cheerful confidence.