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pos·i·tive

positive

 
 
pronunciation:
pa zih tihv
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part of speech: adjective
definition 1: sure.
I am positive that she lives on this street.
synonyms:
certain, definite, sure
similar words:
clear, confident
definition 2: saying or meaning "yes."
I gave a positive answer to his question.
antonyms:
negative
similar words:
clear, definite, firm
definition 3: favorable; good.
All her extra effort brought positive results.
synonyms:
favorable, good
definition 4: having to do with an amount greater than zero.
Jane keeps a positive balance in her bank account.
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