Pollyanna
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Noun — Someone who stays relentlessly upbeat and optimistic, even when the situation gives them every reason not to be.
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How to use Pollyanna
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a bit of a pollyanna
pollyanna attitude
Etymology
From the cheerful title character of Eleanor H. Porter's 1913 novel "Pollyanna," whose name later became a byword for unshakeable optimism.
Full origin of Pollyanna →Frequently asked questions
What does “Pollyanna” mean?
The word “Pollyanna” means someone who stays relentlessly upbeat and optimistic, even when the situation gives them every reason not to be. In plain terms, someone who looks on the bright side no matter what — sometimes said admiringly, sometimes as a gentle jab at being unrealistic.
How do you pronounce “Pollyanna”?
“Pollyanna” is pronounced po-lee-A-nuh (/ˌpɒliˈænə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Pollyanna” in a sentence?
Here is “Pollyanna” used in a sentence: “Her coworkers called her a pollyanna for insisting the failed launch was actually a great learning experience.”
What part of speech is “Pollyanna”?
“Pollyanna” is a noun.
Where does the word “Pollyanna” come from?
The word “Pollyanna” dates back to around 1913. From the cheerful title character of Eleanor H. Porter's 1913 novel "Pollyanna," whose name later became a byword for unshakeable optimism.
How many meanings does “Pollyanna” have?
“Pollyanna” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: someone who stays relentlessly upbeat and optimistic, even when the situation gives them every reason not to be.
