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- Dictionarypositively/ˈpɒzɪtɪvli/
adverb
- 1. in a positive way, especially by expressing optimism, agreement, or acceptance: "the negotiations started positively, with agreement on several issues"
- 2. used to emphasize that something is the case, even though it may seem surprising: "this is positively the last word on the matter" Similar
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POSITIVELY definition: 1. in a good or positive way: 2. certainly: 3. used to emphasize something, especially something…. Learn more.
: of, relating to, or constituting the degree of comparison that is expressed in English by the unmodified and uninflected form of an adjective or adverb and denotes no increase or diminution. b (1) : independent of changing circumstances : unconditioned. an insurance policy with positive coverage. (2)
1. Characterized by or displaying certainty, acceptance, or affirmation: a positive answer; positive criticism. 2. Measured or moving forward or in a direction of increase or progress: positive steps. 3. a. Desirable, admirable, or beneficial: a woman with many positive qualities; the positive features of this new software. b.
Positively definition: with certainty; absolutely. See examples of POSITIVELY used in a sentence.
POSITIVELY meaning: 1. in a good or positive way: 2. certainly: 3. used to emphasize something, especially something…. Learn more.
(pɒzɪtɪvli ) 1. adverb. You use positively to emphasize that you really mean what you are saying. [emphasis] This is positively the worst thing that I can even imagine. This is positively the last chance for the industry to establish such a system. Synonyms: definitely, surely, firmly, certainly More Synonyms of positively.
used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially when this is surprising or when it contrasts with a previous statement. Some diets may be positively dangerous. The instructions were not just confusing, they were positively misleading. Tonight’s performance is positively the last time the band will appear together.
POSITIVELY meaning: 1. in a good way that makes you feel happier: 2. used to emphasize something that you say…. Learn more.
Positively is a word that places emphasis on another word or statement. A positively funny joke is an extremely funny joke. Some words — like very and absolutely — exist mainly to turn the volume up on other things we say.
Synonyms for POSITIVELY: favorably, appreciatively, admiringly, approvingly, complimentarily, lovingly, respectfully, reverently; Antonyms of POSITIVELY: negatively, adversely, unfavorably, disapprovingly, scornfully, disdainfully, captiously, hypercritically.
