positive

/pˈɒzɪtˌɪv/

/ˈpɑzətɪv/

[adjective] [noun]

positive

[ADJECTIVE]

displaying approval, support, or agreement

antonyms : negative

(of a scientific test) showing that a particular substance or condition exists

synonyms : confirming

antonyms : negative

(of a number) higher than zero

feeling confident and optimistic and thinking about the bright side of a situation

having a successful result or tending toward improvement and progress

antonyms : negative

(of a person) completely sure about the truth or correctness of something

synonyms : confident(p)

convinced(p)

positive(p)

useful or involving an advantage

synonyms : plus

formally laid down or imposed

synonyms : prescribed

giving clear proof that remains no place for any doubts

synonyms : incontrovertible

irrefutable

dealing only with matters of fact and experience

synonyms : positivist

positivistic

having a positive charge

synonyms : electropositive

positively charged

marked by excessive confidence

synonyms : cocksure

overconfident

(grammar) used about a statement that indicates affirmation

antonyms : negative

Positive

[NOUN]

a film showing a photographic image whose tones correspond to those of the original subject

the primary form of an adjective or adverb; denotes a quality without qualification, comparison, or relation to increase or diminution

synonyms : positive degree

Examples

1. A positive attitude can often help you solve various challenges in life.

2. She left a positive review online for the restaurant where she ordered a pizza.

3. If you invest time and energy into learning and personal growth, you will see positive results in your life.

4. The company is currently in the black, with positive cash flow and profits.

Nearby words

position

pose

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