Dejection and Optimism

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Dejection noun - A state or spell of low spirits.

Usage example: I find that ice cream often works wonders when trying to overcome dejection

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Optimism is an antonym for dejection.

Nearby Words: dejected, dejectedly, dejecting

Optimism noun - An inclination to believe in the most favorable outcome.

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Dejection is an antonym for optimism.

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