SANGUINE Synonyms: 169 Similar and Opposite Words

sanguine

adjective

ˈsaŋ-gwən

Definition of sanguine

as in confident

having or showing a mind free from doubt I'm reasonably sanguine about the adoption of the latest proposal

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as in murderous

eager for or marked by the shedding of blood, extreme violence, or killing the Civil War remains America's most sanguine conflict

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as in tanned

having a healthy reddish skin tone a baby with a sanguine complexion is more likely to leave the hospital early than a sickly-looking one

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Recent Examples of sanguine When smoke lingers over a grape in that state, the volatile phenols will bind with the sugars in the grape skins, giving the fruit a smoky, sanguine, ashy taste. — Kate Dingwall, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 July 2026 After the penultimate stage of the grueling race, Pogacar did not sound sanguine about his prospects for future Tour wins. — Tom Tapp, Deadline, 26 July 2026 Crabtree-Ireland is sanguine that this technology won’t replace human interaction. — Joy Press, Vanity Fair, 6 July 2026 Jefferson’s sanguine view complemented his conviction that the American people ought to boldly self-govern, unimpeded by the state. — Jim Rasenberger, The Atlantic, 4 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for sanguine

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Adjective

But that concern has been addressed here thanks to the aforementioned brake upgrades, which deliver confident stopping power at speed as well as excellent pedal feel.

— Bradley Iger, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2026
Jim is confident Kimberly-Clark can unlock value from the Tylenol maker, which was spun off from healthcare giant and Club name Johnson & Johnson in 2023 and struggled to find its footing as a standalone entity.

— Natasha Abellard, CNBC, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of confident

Adjective

The celebs are competing to weed out the murderous Traitors among them for a cash prize of £100,000 for a charity of their choice in Ardross Castle in the Highlands.

— Mya Copeland, Variety, 2 Oct. 2026
The Sparrows’ survival under Nazi questioning depended on the Hungarians handing them over to law-respecting German military officers, rather than the murderous Gestapo.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of murderous

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And, two, it’s being touted as a way to give you the lean, tanned look of a Barbie doll without ultraviolet radiation exposure.

— Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
How the Sun Affects Acne Sun exposure may cause acne to temporarily look better simply because tanned skin makes marks on skin less noticeable.

— Sherri Gordon, Health, 28 July 2026

Definition of tanned

Adjective

His interview with O’Donnell relates his story—a faulty parachute, a tough crash, a long bloody hike, and survival until he was rescued by an American plane—in a genuinely moving way.

— Vinson Cunningham, New Yorker, 18 Oct. 2026
Shigella bacteria cause shigellosis, an illness characterized by severe diarrhea, that is sometimes bloody or prolonged, and fever.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of bloody

Adjective

After preparing the skin with Charlotte’s Magic Serum Crystal Elixir and Magic Cream, Giannetos created a glowing base using Airbrush Flawless Foundation, Airbrush Flawless Blur Concealer, and the Hollywood Contour Wand.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2026
Lumbering wooden doors are pivoted open to reveal the breezy hotel lobby and create a view with layers of water, first the still ornamental pools, then the main central pool and finally the glowing Caribbean sea.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of glowing

Adjective

At the same time, more than nine in 10 Americans say the federal government has the power to make a positive impact on society — suggesting many believe the current administration is not making use of that power.

— Morgan Chalfant, semafor.com, 21 Oct. 2026
Just 39% of Americans say AI has a positive impact on society, compared with 44% who believe its impact is negative, according to a national survey conducted this month by my company, Outward Intelligence.

— Will Johnson, Time, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of positive

Adjective

Or some other colorful character in some other sanguinary chamber with some other lethal weapon?

— John Beifuss, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 16 Mar. 2026
In a series of sanguinary close-ups, Elvira takes a cleaver to her digits, first slicing them and then fully dismembering them.

— Andrew McGowan, Variety, 23 Dec. 2025

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