upbeat
99
3.8
- adjective
- /ˈʌpˌbiːt/
:
optimista
- So now, when you see me smiling and happy and upbeat, it's because I actually AM.
- remain upbeat
- positive and upbeat
- upbeat music
Just easy to listen to, Upbeat, but not like pop.
- Just easy to listen to, Upbeat, but not like pop.
- She said that you are always upbeat and productive.
- And, and Lois is an incredibly upbeat, cheerful person by nature.
- We've got to be in their face in a friendly, upbeat way.
- So now, when you see me smiling and happy and upbeat, it's because I actually AM.
- I'm sorry if the vlog hasn't been as entertaining and like upbeat as usual, me doing so much fun stuff.
- And I like him because he he continues with that really positive, upbeat attitude that that Jay represented.
- You were more confident, you were more positive, you were more upbeat.
- And the third, they want to mix with people who are upbeat and creatively productive.
- Energetic, upbeat, inspirational, honest broker determined to make a difference.
- Sorry that like this isn't so like upbeat, but it's genuinely because we're exhausted and we're so tired.
- If you aren't always positive or upbeat on the many celebrations that they require you to attend or guilt you if you don't show up.
Examples
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"Hey there, Paulie," Father said, his voice upbeat, "so how are you feeling?"
Fiction book (1997) -
The men were upbeat about their chances, and small crowds of loyalists greeted them at each station.
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Perhaps next year, she'll say in an upbeat tone of voice.
Fiction book (2002) -
We've got to be in their face in a friendly, upbeat way.
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In fact, I was always amazed at how upbeat he could be while covering such painful subjects.
Fiction book (1991) -
She said that you are always upbeat and productive.
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Overall, the administrators were upbeat and affirmative when describing their programs.
Academic text (2004) -
She always has an upbeat attitude, making everyone around her feel positive.
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Despite the challenges they faced, the team remained upbeat and motivated to succeed.
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His upbeat personality made the party lively and enjoyable for all the guests.
Synonyms
695
2.8
Having a confident or approving attitude
481
1.0
Bringing a good or lucky result
426
3.2
Expecting good things to happen in the future
226
1.0
Bright with sunlight or cheerful and pleasant like sunshine
171
1.0
Full of happiness and cheer
111
1.0
Happy in a way you show with a smile or friendly actions
79
1.0
Happy and lively in a friendly way
46
1.0
Showing signs that a plan or project will be successful
26
3.2
Expecting good things in the future
14
4.2
Having a positive, hopeful attitude about the future
11
4.0
Feeling very happy and excited because of good news or success
11
3.5
Happy and not serious
10
7.4
Cheerful and hopeful in a difficult situation
7
5.8
Cheerful and full of energy
6
3.9
Full of energy and excitement
5
8.2
Very lively and full of energy
4
3.0
Feeling very happy and full of energy
3
5.8
Seeing the good side of things
1
9.9
Smiling brightly because you feel happy
Being too hopeful about things and not seeing clear problems
Being very hopeful even when things seem bad
Antonyms
Compounds
1
3.2
A lively, cheerful piece of music with a fast beat that makes people want to dance
How Cheerful
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Upbeat comes from the simple parts up ('higher, positive') and beat ('a steady rhythm'). So think of an 'up' beat that lifts the music forward, and upbeat means feeling cheerful and hopeful.