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Synonyms for up-beat

Definitions

  1. adj. 1

    Having a fast pace, tempo, or beat.

    The notes are easy, but it's an upbeat tune and should be played fairly quickly.

Related words

Other spellings
upbeat

Example sentences

  • optimistic Tom told Mary that he thought John was optimistic.
  • cheerful She is loved by everybody because she is cheerful.
  • sanguine They were sanguine about the company's prospects.

By length

8 letters
cheerful2, sanguine2
10 letters
optimistic4
12 letters
anticipatory6, pollyannaish

The small number after each word is its number of syllables (cheerful2 = 2 syllables).