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Definition negative in American English

negative noun

[countable] noun
/ˈneɡətɪv/
1

a word or phrase that means 'no' or 'not'. Verb groups with 'no' or 'n't' are negatives, for example 'I don't understand', and 'I won't comment'.

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2

something that is harmful or bad

Example

She couldn't see any negatives in the deal.

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Definition negative in American English