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overoptimistically

overoptimistically

7.5
In a way that shows too much hope for the future
  • adverb
  • /ˌoʊvərˌɑːptɪˈmɪstɪkli/
translation icon : demasiado optimistamente
  • The team overoptimistically assumed they would win every match this season.

Examples

  • Investors overoptimistically expected the new product to double profits within a month.

  • He planned the project overoptimistically without considering the budget.

  • He overoptimistically predicted that the repairs would only take a day.

  • She overoptimistically believed they would finish on time.

  • She overoptimistically believed that they would finish the project in just one week.

  • The team was overoptimistically counting on a quick recovery from the economic downturn.

  • His overoptimistically high expectations led him to ignore the potential challenges ahead.

Synonyms

optimistically
vsoveroptimistically
9 3.4

Shows hope and confidence about the future

is stronger, showing hope beyond what is realistic
unrealistically
vsoveroptimistically
4 4.7

In a way that is not likely to happen or work

focuses on excessive hope rather than general impracticality
overenthusiastically
vsoveroptimistically
1 7.2

In a way that shows too much excitement or eagerness

focuses on excessive hopeful positivity rather than excitement

Antonyms

realistically
68 3.9

In a way that accepts the true facts and what is possible

How Optimistic

overoptimistically
7.5
hopefully
108 1.3
guardedly
3 6.5

Surface Forms

overoptimistically positive

Morphology

overoptimistically = optimistically (semi-transparent) = over + optimist + ic + ally

While 'optimistically' is clear, the prefix 'over-' adds a layer of meaning that may not be immediately obvious to all learners.

Etymology

Overoptimistically combines over- ('too much') and optimistic (from 'optimist', someone who 'expects the best'). So it means acting with 'too much' hope and not enough realism.