1
as in cheerful
having or showing a good mood or disposition
an upbeat attitude about life
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2
as in promising
having qualities which inspire hope
several upbeat signs that the economy is improving
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Recent Examples of upbeat
However, new research shows that certain types of upbeat, groovy music without lyrics may improve people’s moods while speeding up their ability to complete tasks.
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Joshua Rapp Learn, Discover Magazine, 22 Mar. 2025
Rodgers could be looking to end his career on a more upbeat note following two turbulent seasons in New York.
—Will Graves, Chicago Tribune, 21 Mar. 2025
Among the upbeat videos on offer: 👧A young girl waiting for a heart transplant couldn’t go to her school’s father-daughter dance, so her dad brought the dancefloor to her in the hospital.
—Terry Baddoo, USA TODAY, 19 Mar. 2025
Reviews and social media reactions have been upbeat.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 18 Mar. 2025
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Joshua Rapp Learn, Discover Magazine, 22 Mar. 2025
Rodgers could be looking to end his career on a more upbeat note following two turbulent seasons in New York.
—Will Graves, Chicago Tribune, 21 Mar. 2025
Among the upbeat videos on offer: 👧A young girl waiting for a heart transplant couldn’t go to her school’s father-daughter dance, so her dad brought the dancefloor to her in the hospital.
—Terry Baddoo, USA TODAY, 19 Mar. 2025
Reviews and social media reactions have been upbeat.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 18 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for upbeat
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Suddenly, everyone’s wardrobe is far more cheerful, nature is blooming in every corner, and our favorite brands begin unveiling fresh colorways inspired by the season’s change.—
Maya Gandara,
StyleCaster,
2 Apr. 2025
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The Many Faces of Organizational Silence Toxic positivity isn't just about being excessively cheerful.—
Tracy Lawrence,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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One of the most promising applications is workforce assistance, particularly in industries facing labor shortages, such as healthcare.—
Melody Brue,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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The most promising technique for detecting these bodies is microlensing, whereby a rogue planet warps the light from a star in a telltale fashion to reveal its presence.—
Shi En Kim,
Smithsonian Magazine,
1 Apr. 2025
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But others – including both experts who spoke to CNN – were more optimistic.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
5 Apr. 2025
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Goldman Sachs’ overall forecasts are slightly more optimistic than the average.—
Josh Fellman,
Quartz,
4 Apr. 2025
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The pistachios add a nice crunch and the fresh mint lends the bowl a refreshing, bright pop of flavor.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
3 Apr. 2025
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Both O’Mara and McMahon believe that Pickle has a bright future ahead.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
3 Apr. 2025
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That hopeful rhetoric has surfaced in rather a counterintuitive way.—
Sonja Drimmer,
Artforum,
1 Apr. 2025
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In the 1st District, Republican candidate, Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis, is facing off against Democratic hopeful Gay Valimont.—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2025
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“Upbeat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upbeat. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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