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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

pollyannas

/ˈpɒliˈænəz/ noun · British & US
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What does pollyannas mean?

noun

A person who is excessively optimistic and cheerful, often to the point of being annoying or insincere. A type of doll or figurine, especially one with a cheerful or optimistic expression.

Example

"Her constant optimism was starting to be seen as a bit of a pollyanna attitude by her coworkers."

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