June 04, 2026

Sanguine

adjective

Definition

Optimistic or positive, especially in a difficult situation. In medieval medicine it described a temperament thought to result from a predominance of blood.

Example Sentence

“Despite the setbacks, she remained sanguine about the project's ultimate success.”

Etymology

From Latin sanguineus (of blood), from sanguis (blood); a rosy complexion indicated an optimistic disposition.

Scrabble Score

S1A1N1G2U1I1N1E1

SANGUINE scores 9 points in Scrabble.

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