Hopium
Excessive or possibly unrealistic hope treated as though it were an addictive substance.
“Fans are surviving on hopium that the canceled show will return.”
Hopium can be self-aware optimism or a criticism of people ignoring evidence because they want a positive outcome.
The word blends hope and opium and developed alongside copium in political, investing, gaming, and fandom communities.
huffing hopium
Indulging heavily in optimistic predictions.
high on hopium
Extremely hopeful despite uncertainty.
hopium supply
An imagined reserve of optimism.
How is hopium different from copium?
Hopium focuses on future hope; copium focuses on rationalizing present disappointment.
Can hopium be positive?
Yes, people often use it affectionately about their own optimism.