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- Dictionarypositive/ˈpɒzɪtɪv/
adjective
- 1. consisting in or characterized by the presence rather than the absence of distinguishing features.
- 2. constructive, optimistic, or confident: "there needs to be a positive approach to young offenders" Similar Opposite
noun
- 1. a desirable or constructive quality or attribute: "take your weaknesses and translate them into positives"
- 2. a positive photographic image, especially one printed from a negative: "the photographic process involves separate runs with the red, green, and blue separation positives"
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POSITIVE definition: 1. full of hope and confidence, or giving cause for hope and confidence: 2. certain and without…. Learn more.
positive: [adjective] formally laid down or imposed : prescribed. expressed clearly or peremptorily. fully assured : confident.
Positive definition: explicitly stated, stipulated, or expressed. See examples of POSITIVE used in a sentence.
27 meanings: 1. characterized by or expressing certainty or affirmation 2. composed of or possessing actual or specific.... Click for more definitions.
POSITIVE definition: 1. feeling happy about your life and your future: 2. Something that is positive makes you feel…. Learn more.
In the simplest sense, positive means good — or the opposite of negative. If you have a positive attitude about homework, for example, you're more likely to get positive feedback on your report card.
thinking about what is good in a situation; feeling confident and sure that something good will happen. a positive attitude/outlook; the power of positive thinking; positive about something She tried to be more positive about her new job.; On the positive side, profits have increased.; The report ended on a positive note.; There were times when it was difficult to remain positive.
a. Desirable, admirable, or beneficial: a woman with many positive qualities; the positive features of this new software.
Definition of positive noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
Synonyms for POSITIVE: favorable, good, appreciative, friendly, approving, supportive, complimentary, commendatory; Antonyms of POSITIVE: negative, unfavorable ...