positive
Usage
What are other ways to say positive?
The adjective positive implies emphatic certainty, which may even become overconfidence or dogmatism. Certain suggests that there are definite reasons that have freed one from doubt. Confident emphasizes the strength of the belief or the certainty of expectation felt. Sure, the simplest and most general term, expresses mere absence of doubt.
Example Sentences
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The panel acknowledged feedback provided on Kuppuswamy's behalf "was broadly very positive" and "demonstrated that he is an otherwise good doctor who is clinically competent and respected by his colleagues and patients".
From BBC
That England came through is obviously a positive.
From BBC
Praising those "working so hard, with such expertise and knowledge," the 79-year-old wrote: "Hopefully there will be a positive result!"
From Barron's
The S&P 500 experienced its worst week since November due to investor fears over AI disruption, despite positive economic data.
From Barron's
The S&P 500 experienced its worst week since November due to investor fears over AI disruption, despite positive economic data.
From Barron's
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
