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rosy

ros·y [ rṓzee ] (comparative ros·i·er, superlative ros·i·est)


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. rose-colored: of the reddish pink color of roses
the sunset turning the sky a rosy hue

2. having pinkish complexion: having a pinkish complexion that is regarded as indicating good health in white people

3. promising: likely to be characterized by success or happiness
predicts a rosy future for the business

4. optimistic: optimistic, especially to an unreasonable degree
takes a rosy view of things

5. looking or smelling like roses: resembling roses, characteristic of roses, or full of roses


ros·i·ly adverb
ros·i·ness noun
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