Synonyms for Positive
Definition of positive
adjective
- characterized by or displaying affirmation or acceptance or certainty etc.; "a positive attitude"; "the reviews were all positive"; "a positive benefit"; "a positive demand"
- persuaded of; very sure; "were convinced that it would be to their advantage to join"; "I am positive he is lying"; "was confident he would win"
- involving advantage or good; "a plus (or positive) factor"
20 synonyms found
Writing tips for "positive"
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"Positive" in song lyrics
See how positive is used in real songs:
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"You can't say nothin' positive"
2 Live Crew — You Got Larceny -
"Some say Connect ain't positive"
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"And try to be positive"
A.L.T. — Deez Nuts