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positively

[poz-i-tiv-lee, poz-i-tiv-lee] / ˈpɒz ɪ tɪv li, ˌpɒz ɪˈtɪv li /
ADVERB
absolutely, definitely
Synonyms
STRONGEST
certainly easily emphatically firmly undoubtedly
WEAK
amen assuredly categorically doubtless doubtlessly flat flat out for a fact indubitably no catch no holds barred no ifs ands or buts no kicker no strings attached on the money on the nose really truly right on sure surely the ticket to a tee undeniably unequivocally unmistakably unquestionably with certainty without qualification
Antonyms
STRONGEST
doubtfully questionably

Example Sentences

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It’s positively demented, but it’s not insanity for insanity’s sake.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

N R Jenzen Jones, director of Armament Research Services, said although it's difficult to positively identify the munition, "it appears to be correctly aligned for the terminal phase of its flight".

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Traders have looked positively at energy companies amid a major shock to oil prices and forecasts that oil will continue to be a key driver for U.S. economic growth.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Then, the entire group piled into seats on the right side of the room, Gil’s side, which was positively packed compared to Laura, Sarah, and a man they didn’t recognize sitting on the left.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

I had a sashimi dish last night that was positively delightful.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller