sanguine | ||
1. | [ adjective ] confidently optimistic and cheerful | |
Related terms: | optimistic | |
2. | [ adjective ] (color) inclined to a healthy reddish color often associated with outdoor life | |
Synonyms: | ruddy rubicund | |
Examples: | "a ruddy complexion" "Santa's rubicund cheeks" "a fresh and sanguine complexion" |
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Related terms: | healthy | |
Similar spelling: |
sanguineous sanguinity sanguinary Sanguinaria sannyasin |