optimistiske

Optimistiske is a Norwegian adjective form used to describe a positive, hopeful outlook. It is the plural form of optimistisk and is used with plural nouns, for example optimistiske mennesker or optimistiske forventninger.

Etymology and meaning: The adjective optimistisk comes from the noun optimisme, which in turn derives from the French optimiste and the Latin optimus meaning “best.” In Norwegian, the form optimistisk is the base adjective, and optimistiske is used when qualifying plural nouns. The word conveys a tone of confidence about future events or outcomes.

Grammar and usage: Optimistiske modifies plural nouns and appears in both everyday language and formal writing. In singular, the corresponding form is optimistisk (for example en optimistisk holdning). The adjective can describe attitudes, forecasts, or atmospheres, and it often appears in contexts related to psychology, culture, media, and discourse about prospects or goals. It is closely related to optimisme (noun) and optimist (person), and synonyms include positiv, håpefull, and optimistisk in comparative phrasing.

Examples: optimistiske forventninger, optimistiske synspunkter, de optimistiske vurderingene viste vekst. In contrast, the related term pessimistiske would describe a pessimistic outlook.

See also: Optimisme, optimist, optimistisk, positive interpretations in media and discourse.