Synonyms

positivity

American

[poz-i-tiv-i-tee] / ˌpɒz ɪˈtɪv ɪ ti /

noun

plural

positivities

the state or character of being positive: a positivity that accepts the world as it is.
something positive.

Etymology

Origin of positivity

First recorded in 1650–60; positive + -ity

Example Sentences

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He added that "we're going through tumultuous times" but urged positivity by adding "you have your whole lives ahead of you".

From BBC

The musician says he hopes his song, with its message of embracing other European countries, will sound a note of positivity.

From BBC

Edwards has given Wolves fans something to smile about, and he will want to maintain that positivity here.

From BBC

Rhys Strougler, who lives five minutes away, said the unlikely backdrop for the music video had brought locals a bit of positivity.

From The Wall Street Journal

So far this year, the highest test positivity rate documented was 6.1%, reported on Feb. 21 — the most recent date for which complete data are available.

From Los Angeles Times

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