Meaning & use
Bullish
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Confidently optimistic, especially about rising prices or future success in a market or venture.
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Analysts remain bullish on the stock despite recent volatility.
He's bullish about the team's chances this season.
A note on using this word
The term comes from stock market slang, where a 'bull' pushes prices up with its horns, in contrast to a 'bear' swiping prices down.
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bearishpessimistic
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