positive

Definition

  • noun: something that is good or useful
  • noun: something positive
  • adjective: good or useful
  • adjective: formally laid down or imposed
  • used to make a statement more forceful
  • synonyms: prescribed, real, actual

Examples

  • The test produced too many 'false positives' [=results that showed something was present when it really was not] to be reliable.

  • The 'positives' of living in the city include access to public transportation and many interesting restaurants.

  • The 'positives' of the job outweigh the negatives. [=there are more good things about the job than bad things]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Again. But, just for now, why don't you try on some positivity, eh? A little positivity might go with that vest. Okay, fine. I'm positive you all are going to get eaten. -Hug time! -It is hug time. Hug time! -That feels good. (..)
    2016 Trolls
  • (..) It is my sacred duty... To initiate you in the ways of true happiness. I have chosen an extra-special troll, just for you. The happiest, the most positive... Sweetest troll of all. And because every prince deserves a Princess... I give you the one they call Princess poppy. (..)
    2016 Trolls