To pronounce "overoptimism", say OV-er-opt-im-ism — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"overoptimism" has 5 syllables: ov-er-opt-im-ism. It rhymes with altruism and skepticism, if that helps it stick.
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"Overoptimism" has 5 syllables: ov · er · opt · im · ism.
Overoptimism: Excessive optimism.
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