poptimist en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈpɒptɪmɪst/ (Received-Pronunciation)
- /ˈpɑptɪmɪst/ (General-American)
Etymology
Blend of pop + optimist.
Meanings
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A proponent of poptimism.
Esteem is not infinite: every poptimist embrace of Lana Del Rey is some time, energy, enthusiasm—and status value—denied to a lesser-known creator pursuing less immediately comprehensible art.
2022, W. David Marx, “Conclusion”, in Status and Culture, Viking, →ISBN:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| poptimists | Number=Plur | lexicographic |