rosy

adjective

ˈrō-zē How to pronounce rosy (audio)
rosier; rosiest
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1
a
: of the color rose
b
: having a pinkish usually healthy-looking complexion : blooming
c
: marked by blushes
2
: characterized by or tending to promote optimism
a rosy outlook
rosiness noun

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rosy and cheerful after a day outside in the snow that's a particularly rosy view of the economic situation, and one that may not be justified
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First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of rosy was in the 14th century

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“Rosy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rosy. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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rosy

adjective
ˈrō-zē How to pronounce rosy (audio)
rosier; rosiest
1
: of the color rose
2
: promising, hopeful
a rosy outlook
rosy prospects
rosily
-zə-lē
adverb
rosiness
-zē-nəs
noun
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