Positively
ˈpɒzɪtɪvli
Definitions
2 meaningsIn a positive manner; favorably or optimistically.
ˈpɒzɪtɪvli
In a positive way
She responded positively to the suggestion.
💡 Simply: When you're describing something good, like when someone gives a thumbs-up! Think, "She positively aced the test!" That means she did a GREAT job!
👶 For kids: When something is good or happy. Like, "The dog wagged its tail positively!"
More Examples
The reviews for the new restaurant were overwhelmingly positive.
The experiment yielded positively favorable results.
How It's Used
"He reacted positively to the news."
"The company is doing positively in terms of growth."
Absolutely; definitely; certainly (often used for emphasis).
ˈpɒzɪtɪvli
Absolutely or definitely
She was positively glowing after the compliment.
💡 Simply: When you REALLY mean it! Like saying, "The movie was positively fantastic!" It means it was super, super good!
👶 For kids: When you're saying something is totally true or really, really good. Like, "That pizza was positively delicious!"
More Examples
The food was positively delicious!
I am positively sure I locked the door.
How It's Used
"The cake was positively amazing!"
"I positively refuse to go."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
think positively
To have an optimistic outlook.
"It's important to think positively when facing challenges."
From Middle French *positif* (affirmative) + -ly (adverbial suffix). Ultimately from Latin *positus*, past participle of *ponere* (to place, put).
The word *positively* has evolved over time from a straightforward statement of certainty or affirmation to include more emphatic and emotionally-charged usage, especially in modern English.
Memory tip
Think of a positive attitude.
Word Origin
"To place, to put."