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positive outlook

[ˈpɒzətɪv ˈaʊtlʊk]
noun phrasepl: positive outlooks
perspectiva positiva
1. An optimistic or hopeful view about the future or a situation
Despite the challenges, she maintained a positive outlook on her career prospects.
Apesar dos desafios, ela mantinha uma perspectiva positiva sobre suas perspectivas de carreira.
2. A tendency to expect favorable outcomes and focus on good possibilities
A positive outlook can greatly improve mental health and well-being.
Uma perspectiva positiva pode melhorar muito a saúde mental e o bem-estar.
NYC Slang
keeping it real positive / staying optimistic
Synonyms
optimismhopefulnessoptimistic viewbright outlookconstructive attitude
Antonyms
pessimismnegative outlookhopelessnesscynicismbleak perspective

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
perspectiva positiva
Most common usage
São Paulo
visão positiva
Alternative commonly used in business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
otimismo
More colloquial alternative
Portugal
perspectiva positiva
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

look on the bright side
see the glass as half full
keep one's chin up
acreditar que tudo vai melhorar
manter a esperança
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