positive

US /ˈpɑː.zə.t̬ɪv/
UK /ˈpɑː.zə.t̬ɪv/
"positive" picture
1.

with no possibility of doubt; clear and definite

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I'm positive that I locked the door.
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We need a positive answer by tomorrow.
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certainsureconfidentconvinceddefinite
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negativeuncertaindoubtful
2.

constructive, optimistic, or confident

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She has a very positive outlook on life.
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Try to stay positive even in difficult times.
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optimistichopefulupbeatconstructivefavorable
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negativepessimisticdestructive
3.

indicating the presence or existence of something

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The test result was positive for the virus.
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There was a positive correlation between exercise and health.
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affirmativeconfirmatoryindicativepresent
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negativeabsent
1.

a photographic image on a transparent base that shows the tones or colors of the original subject correctly

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The photographer developed a positive from the negative.
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She held the positive up to the light to examine it.
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slidetransparency
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