rosier; rosiest
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

Examples of rosy in a Sentence

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
Recent Examples on the Web But, just like in the U.S., the drop in inflation hasn't necessarily given voters a rosier view. Kaleigh Rogers, ABC News, 3 July 2024 The rosier scenario holds that much of the concern over Biden’s age was already baked into the electorate before Thursday’s debate. Michael Scherer, Washington Post, 1 July 2024 Nash wore her dark tresses in a side part with waves, while makeup artist Mila Thomas gave her rosy blush and a nude lip. Hannah Malach, WWD, 30 June 2024 Gomez's makeup look, which was presumably courtesy of her brand, Rare Beauty, included winged eyeliner, glittery eye shadow and a rosy lip color. Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 27 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for rosy 

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Word History

First Known Use

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

Time Traveler
The first known use of rosy was in the 14th century

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Cite this Entry

“Rosy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rosy. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

rosy

adjective
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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