rosy

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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

rosiness

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noun

ros·​i·​ness
ˈrōzēnə̇s, 
-zin-
plural -es
: the quality or state of being rosy:
a
: a rosy color or complexion
b
: a cheerful appearance or outlook
there is a kind of musical-comedy bounce and rosiness about the good-natured score—Douglas Watt

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Adjective 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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Instead of predicting a rosy outcome or forcing a new personality, a useful mantra can state a choice that’s within your control. — Angela Haupt, Time, 26 Aug. 2026 The strappy dress featured a sheer grid base adorned with beaded floral appliqués in the same shade of rosy pink. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 23 Aug. 2026 The natural nail color still shines through, while a subtle rosy or nude-colored veil creates a polished, glossy effect. — Paula Oelbaum, Glamour, 23 Aug. 2026 Throw a Stanley Cup-winning netminder into the mix, and suddenly the outlook is much rosier, if still wary. — Janson Duench, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for rosy

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

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

Noun

circa 1586, in the meaning defined above

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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 2 Sep. 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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