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What are some antonyms for wistful?

Here are some antonyms for "wistful," depending on the specific nuance you want to convey:

Direct opposites:

* Cheerful: Expressing happiness and optimism.

* Content: Satisfied and at ease.

* Happy: Feeling or showing pleasure or contentment.

* Joyful: Filled with or expressing great joy.

* Optimistic: Hopeful and confident about the future.

Contrasted feelings:

* Indifferent: Not caring or interested.

* Apathetic: Having or showing little or no emotion.

* Detached: Not emotionally involved.

* Dispassionate: Not influenced by emotions or personal feelings.

* Realistic: Concerned with the facts and practicalities of a situation.

More specific contrasts:

* Confident: Feeling sure of oneself and one's abilities.

* Hopeful: Expecting or believing that something good will happen.

* Excited: Feeling a lot of energy and enthusiasm.

* Energetic: Full of energy and enthusiasm.

* Determined: Having a firm intention or purpose.

The best antonym will depend on the specific context in which you're using the word "wistful."

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