Positively: meaning, definitions and examples
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positively
[ ˈpɑzətɪvli ]
in a positive manner
In a way that shows optimism, approval, or confidence.
Synonyms
approvingly, confidently, optimistically
Examples of usage
- She smiled positively when she heard the good news.
- He responded positively to the suggestion of a pay raise.
- The team members reacted positively to the new project proposal.
with certainty or definiteness
Without any doubt; absolutely.
Synonyms
absolutely, certainly, definitely
Examples of usage
- I can positively confirm that the package has been delivered.
- She is positively the best candidate for the job.
- The results of the experiment were positively groundbreaking.
expressing agreement or affirmation
Expressing agreement, acceptance, or affirmation.
Synonyms
affirmative, agreed, approving
Examples of usage
- A positively worded response to the proposal.
- The teacher gave a positively glowing review of the student's performance.
- The audience responded with positively enthusiastic applause.
Translations
Translations of the word "positively" in other languages:
🇵🇹 positivamente
🇮🇳 सकारात्मक रूप से
🇩🇪 positiv
🇮🇩 positif
🇺🇦 позитивно
🇵🇱 pozytywnie
🇯🇵 積極的に
🇫🇷 positivement
🇪🇸 positivamente
🇹🇷 olumlu bir şekilde
🇰🇷 긍정적으로
🇸🇦 بشكل إيجابي
🇨🇿 pozitivně
🇸🇰 pozitívne
🇨🇳 积极地
🇸🇮 pozitivno
🇮🇸 jákvætt
🇰🇿 оң
🇬🇪 პოზიტიურად
🇦🇿 müsbət
🇲🇽 positivamente
Word origin
The word 'positively' originated from the Latin word 'positive', which means 'placed firmly'. Over time, 'positively' evolved to convey ideas of certainty, agreement, and optimism. In modern usage, 'positively' is commonly used to express approval, confidence, or certainty. Its versatility in conveying different shades of positivity has made it a widely recognized adverb in the English language.
See also: positiveness, positives, positivism.