Synonyms for

Positively

Verb / ˈpɑ:zʌtɪvli: / Another word for positively — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

in a confident or optimistic way; with certainty

Synonyms & similar words

certainly definitely assuredly confidently optimistically upbeat encouragingly favorably affirmatively assertively unequivocally decisively unequivocally emphatically unquestionably unambiguously clearly explicitly unmistakably undeniably

Synonyms by register

Formal

affirmative assuredly confidently unquestionably

Informal

definitely totally absolutely for sure

Literary

assuredly verily indeed

Antonyms

negatively doubtfully uncertainly skeptically cynically unfavorably

Common collocations

  • positively charged
  • positively identified
  • positively glowing
  • positively delightful
  • positively sure
  • positively brilliant
  • positively impacting

Word family

noun positivity
verb posit
adjective positive

Usage note

Often used informally to mean 'very' or 'extremely', as in 'positively freezing'. Be mindful of this informal usage in more formal contexts where it might be perceived as imprecise.

Example sentences

  1. He positively knew the answer to the question.
  2. She spoke positively about her experience in school.
  3. I am positively certain that we will win the game.
  4. The doctor's report was positively encouraging.
  5. The weather forecast is positively sunny.

Quotes

  • Think positively and positive things will happen.
  • Believe in yourself and all that you are. Know that there is something inside you that is greater than any obstacle.
  • Positive anything is better than negative nothing.

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