positive
Usage
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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
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
"He kind of just fit a masculine action-star stereotype... I'm pretty much positive none of us could name a movie he'd been in."
From BBC
On the surface, strong demand for any product seems like a positive for Apple.
From Barron's
Buybacks would send a strong positive signal to investors and boost fund net asset values.
From Barron's
Alongside their positive reactions to the policy, the coaches consistently mentioned the need for adequate provision to be put in place to give players the opportunity to develop into coaches.
From BBC
A spokesperson for the Department for Housing, Communities & Local Government said: "Our plans will make public services better and deliver positive change for communities."
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
