positive
adjective
uk/ˈpɒzətɪv/ usgood or useful:
Net exports were making a strong positive contribution to western European economic growth.
a positive development/move In general, this is a positive development for consumers because it increases convenience and choice.
a positive aspect/effect/impact These measures should have positive effects on exports and employment.
a positive outcome/result Such methods do achieve positive results when certain key conditions are in place.
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negative adjective
expressing agreement or support:
positive feedback/a positive response The response to the marketing campaign has been extremely positive.
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negative adjective
relating to a number or an amount that is more than zero:
a positive balance The current account has also posted positive balances and this trend will continue.
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negative adjective
hopeful and confident about a situation:
a positive approach/assessment/attitude
remain positive about/on sth The company remains positive on the outlook for high-yield bonds this year.
On a more positive note, we're seeing signs that the housing market is picking up.
positive news for/on sth positive news on trading/for sterling
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negative adjective
used to describe strong action that is taken to achieve something:
Positive action has been taken to change the image of the company.
a positive step toward sth/doing sth Some Wall Street analysts described the management shakeup as a positive step toward restoring the company's credibility.
positively
adverb
react/respond positively to sth Financial markets reacted positively to the news.
positive
noun [ C or S ]
uk/ˈpɒzətɪv/ usa good aspect, situation, etc.:
Higher short-term rates that slow inflation are a positive, not a negative, for bonds.
a lot of/a number of/many positives
As an employer you should emphasize the positive to your employees continually.
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