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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"No misery please, positivity all the way," he said, in a statement on social media.

From BBC

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

Former Premier League striker Glenn Murray feels that while Redknapp would bring positivity on a short-term basis, Spurs would be better off looking elsewhere.

From BBC

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

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