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sanguine

/sæŋˈɡaɪn/ adjective · British & US
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What does sanguine mean?

adjective

Having a cheerful and optimistic outlook; confident and enthusiastic. Cheerful and confident in one's own character or circumstances.

Example

"She had a sanguine attitude towards the new job, despite the initial uncertainty."

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