sanguineness
|sæŋ-ɡwɪn-nəs|
/ˈsæŋɡwɪn.nəs/
(sanguine)
optimistic
Etymology
'sanguineness' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'sanguineus' (from 'sanguis'), where 'sanguis' meant 'blood'.
'sanguineness' changed from the Medieval Latin/Old French terms related to 'sanguine' (Medieval Latin 'sanguineus', Old French 'sanguin') and eventually formed the modern English adjective 'sanguine' and the noun 'sanguineness'.
Initially it meant 'of blood' or 'blood-red', but over time it evolved into its current primary sense of 'cheerful optimism' (the 'blood-warmth' notion leading to confidence and cheer).
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being sanguine; cheerful optimism or confident outlook.
Her sanguineness helped the team stay motivated during tough times.
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Noun 2
a ruddy or blood-tinged complexion; bloodiness or redness of appearance (archaic/less common).
The painter emphasized the subject's sanguineness with warm reds.
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