In 1824 the famous American frontiersman, Jim Bridger, discovered the Great Salt Lake. The first permanent settlers in Utah were members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormons). At the end of the Mexican War in 1848, Utah came under control of the United States.
Synonyms for optimism. noun state of having positive beliefs. 1  confidence star. 2  anticipation star. 3  certainty star. 4  expectation star. 5  elation star. 6  enthusiasm star. 7  trust star. 8  happiness star.
Optimism is the state of being cheerful or hopeful about the future and about the world around you. An example of optimism is when you are in a bad situation, but you remain cheerful and confident it will all turn out right in the end. YourDictionary definition and usage example.