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Definition positively in American English

positively adverb

adverb
/ˈpɑzətɪvli/
1

used for emphasizing that something is true, especially something surprising or unexpected

Example

His voice changed and became positively angry.

Example

The shock of the cold water made him gasp, but when he came out he was positively glowing.

Synonyms and related words
actual really positively
2

in a way that is likely to have good results

Example

We need to approach this problem positively.

Synonyms and related words
feasible promising up-and-coming
3

in a confident or definite way

Example

"Believe in yourself," he said positively.

Synonyms and related words
certain sure positive confident proud dignified
4

in a way that shows you approve or agree with something

Example

Most people reacted positively to the proposal.

Synonyms and related words
supportive sympathetic pro
5

with the type of electrical charge carried by protons

Example

Each atom consists of a nucleus, or positively charged core, and around this nucleus are electrons, which are negatively charged particles.

Definition positively in American English