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 Newey-Honda-Aston Martin combination on paper promised Alonso something positive, a last hope of a return to success with which to bring his storied career to a close.
From BBC
The provincial livestock office in Chiang Mai said last week that samples from the tigers' carcasses tested positive for canine distemper virus, as well as a bacteria associated with respiratory disease.
From BBC
Witkoff made positive noises after the last round but both Russia and Ukraine talked about a difficult atmosphere.
From BBC
Lower Treasury yields and mortgage rates are typically a positive for housing demand, since they ease prospective buyers’ monthly payments.
From Barron's
The week has started on a positive footing for precious metals as investors look wary at fresh tariff stress out of the U.S.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
