Definitions

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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The rest of the post thanked fans for their "constant love, support and positivity" shown to the family and friends of the musician and social media personality during "these extremely difficult times".

From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026

The charm and positivity of visitor videos resonate so strongly perhaps because they come as a surprise.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026

The sisters have been able to find out who their biological dad is and have reached out to him, which they said was met with "kindness and positivity".

From BBC • Jun. 18, 2026

Even his core interest in creatures, so often a well of amazement and positivity, couldn’t pull him up.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

I was still riding that wave of positivity when the last class of the day ended and we were dismissed to our new dorms for the night.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin