positivity

[poz-i-tiv-i-tee] / ˌpɒz ɪˈtɪv ɪ ti /

NOUN

affirmative willingness

Synonyms

STRONGEST

alacrity eagerness positiveness readiness zeal

STRONG

confidence willingness

WEAK

compliance consent inclination leaning

Antonyms

STRONGEST

negativity

STRONG

adversity deprecation disapproval dubiousness hostility

WEAK

antagonism distrust hesitation leeriness reluctance suspicion uncertainty

Example Sentences

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Even issues that would go on to be more contentious within feminism and outside it—body positivity, trans rights—did crucial work.

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

Tottenham also have a bit of positivity and momentum after Wednesday's home win over Atletico Madrid, even though it wasn't enough to turn around their Champions League tie.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

South Sudan has been mired in conflict, poverty and corruption since its independence in 2011, but the success of its models has been a ray of positivity.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

That positivity, some awards prognosticators contend, may have moved “Sinners” within striking distance of the winner’s circle at the upcoming 98th Academy Awards.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026

I don't know what positivity has to do with Uncle Max, or what a beautiful yearbook has to do with anything.

From "Starfish" by Akemi Dawn Bowman