rosy — having a pink or reddish color like a rose
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having a pink or reddish color like a rose
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈroʊzi/
Example Sentences
- After her third cup of coffee, Sarah's rosy predictions about finishing work early proved wildly unrealistic.
- The wine gave him rosy cheeks and an even rosier opinion of his singing abilities.
- The economic forecast looks rosy for the next quarter.
rosy
ADJECTIVE[/ˈroʊzi/]
having a pink or reddish color like a rose
💡 Concept
having a pink or reddish color like a rose
🎵 Rhyme
Rosy-cheeked grandma stays cozy, while the neighbor gets nosy!
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🎤Pronunciation
🇺🇸 US/ˈroʊzi/
🇬🇧 UK/ˈrəʊzi/
🌳Etymology
Rootrose
Suffix--y
🎵Rhyme
cozynosyposy
cozy
nosy
posy
🔗Collocations
rosy cheeks
rosy future
rosy picture
paint a rosy picture
rosy glow
rosy outlook
rosy complexion
📝Examples
😄 Fun example
“After her third cup of coffee, Sarah's rosy predictions about finishing work early proved wildly unrealistic.”
😄 Fun example
“The wine gave him rosy cheeks and an even rosier opinion of his singing abilities.”
“The economic forecast looks rosy for the next quarter.”
“Her rosy complexion made her look healthy and vibrant.”
📚Related Words
Synonyms
pinkoptimisticpromisinghopefulbright
Antonyms
palepessimisticgloomy
Related
roseblushflushradiantglowing
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