Downhearted and Optimistic

Opposite meaning words

Downhearted adjective - Feeling unhappiness.

Usage example: downhearted because his best friend was taking a job out of state

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Optimistic is an antonym for downhearted.

Optimistic adjective - Having qualities which inspire hope.

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Downhearted is an antonym for optimistic in hopeful topic.

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