positive

adjective
/ˈpɒzɪtɪv/

Meaning

Characterized by optimism, certainty, or something favorable.
good or constructive; optimistic; confident; favorable
Having an electric charge opposite to that of an electron.

Example Sentences

She always tries to maintain a positive attitude.

She has a positive attitude towards life.

Protons have a positive charge.

Example Expressions

positive thinking

Synonyms

optimistic, confident, assured, constructive, certain, affirmative, plus
Entry 1
optimistic, confident, assured, constructive, certain
Entry 2
optimistic, confident, affirmative, constructive
Entry 3
affirmative, plus

Antonyms

negative, doubtful, pessimistic, neutral
Entry 1
negative, doubtful, pessimistic
Entry 2
negative, pessimistic, doubtful
Entry 3
negative, neutral

Collocations

positive attitude, positive result, positive thinking, positive feedback, positive impact
Entry 1
positive attitude, positive result, positive thinking, positive feedback, positive impact
Entry 2
positive thinking, positive feedback, positive result

More Example Sentences

They’re proud of making a positive change.

I managed to stay positive despite everything.

She succeeds in staying positive consistently.

They are encouraged to stay positive this week.

A supportive friend motivates him to stay positive.

I think positive thinking can bring a big change in life.

The role of the govt. in decreasing healthcare costs is positive.

The role of the govt. in decreasing the prices of commodities is positive.

After completing my education, I want to make a positive contribution to society.

A man decides to live a healthier life after visiting his doctor who tells him to exercise regularly and eat more fruits and vegetables so he joins a gym near his office and starts cooking meals at home instead of eating fast food every day which helps him lose weight gradually and feel more energetic at work inspiring his friends and colleagues to make similar positive changes.

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lazy; inactive; not working or being used
having the usual qualities of a particular type of person or thing
able to be defended or maintained against attack or objection
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Delayed; arriving or happening late.

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