rosy
3 synonyms and 2 antonyms for rosy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Pink or reddish in colour, like a rose.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
blushful
flushed
Antonyms
How to use rosy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
rosy cheeks
rosy future
rosy picture
rosy outlook
Etymology
From Middle English rosy, built from rose plus the adjective-forming suffix -y.
Full origin of rosy →Frequently asked questions
What does “rosy” mean?
The word “rosy” means pink or reddish in colour, like a rose. In plain terms, either pink-cheeked, or unrealistically optimistic about how things will turn out.
How do you pronounce “rosy”?
“Rosy” is pronounced ROH-zee (/ˈɹoʊzi/ in IPA).
How do you use “rosy” in a sentence?
Here is “rosy” used in a sentence: “The baby had rosy cheeks after her nap.”
What part of speech is “rosy”?
“Rosy” is an adjective.
Where does the word “rosy” come from?
The word “rosy” comes from Middle English. From Middle English rosy, built from rose plus the adjective-forming suffix -y.
Is “rosy” a common word?
“Rosy” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “rosy” have?
“Rosy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: pink or reddish in colour, like a rose.
Related words
rose red
rosish
