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Definition positively in British English

positively adverb

adverb
/ˈpɒzətɪvli/
1

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

Example

His voice changed and became positively angry.

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2

in a way that is likely to have good results

Example

We need to approach this problem positively.

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3

in a way that shows you approve or agree with something

Example

Most people reacted quite positively to the proposal.

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4

in a confident or definite way

Example

'Believe in yourself,' he said positively.

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Definition positively in British English