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sanguine
UK
/ˈsæŋɡwɪn/
US
/ˈsæŋɡwɪn/
sanguines
pl
UK
/ˈsæŋɡwɪn/
US
/ˈsæŋɡwɪn/
Translations
He is a sanguine by temperament, always optimistic and cheerful.
Он сангвиник по темпераменту, всегда оптимистичен и жизнерадостен.
Additional translations
Definitions
The artist chose a deep sanguine for the sunset in his painting.
The sketch was done entirely in sanguine, giving it a warm, earthy tone.
Physicians once thought an excess of sanguine could make a person lively and optimistic.
Among the four classical temperaments, the sanguine is lively and talkative.
sanguined
Past Simple
sanguined
Past Participle
sanguining
Gerund
Archaic and rare verb meaning 'to make blood-red; to stain with blood or red pigment'.
Definitions
The setting sun sanguined the clouds with crimson light.
more sanguine
Comp.
most sanguine
Super.
UK
/ˈsæŋɡwɪn/
US
/ˈsæŋɡwɪn/
Translations
She was sanguine about her chances of winning the competition.
Она была оптимистична насчет своих шансов на победу в соревновании.
His sanguine personality made him popular among his peers.
Его жизнерадостная личность сделала его популярным среди сверстников.
Additional translations
Definitions
Despite the economic downturn, she remained sanguine about the company's future.
His sanguine cheeks were a sign of his good health.
The horizon glowed a sanguine red as the sun dipped below the sea.