positively

[ poz-i-tiv-lee poz-i-tiv-lee ]

adverb

1. with certainty; absolutely:

   The statement is positively true.

2. decidedly; unquestionably; definitely:

   His conduct is positively shocking.

interjection

1. (used to express strong affirmation) yes:

   Do you plan to go to the party? Positively!

positively

/ ˈpɒzɪtɪvlɪ /

adverb

1. in a positive manner
2. (intensifier)

   he disliked her: in fact, he positively hated her

sentence substitute

1. unquestionably; absolutely

Word History and Origins

Origin of positively¹

First recorded in 1585–95; positive + -ly

Example Sentences

"The purpose of the present study was to examine hobby -- an understudied but prevalent part of the nonwork domain -- to understand if and how MMO gaming positively enriches employees' work domain," said Shirmohammadi.

From Science Daily

Sano says she was "relieved to see that it was being accepted positively, and was really watching closely over my smartphone to see people's reactions the following day as well".

From BBC

To his surprise, Mara responded positively to his “message in a bottle at sea.”

From Los Angeles Times

Scott Robertson's tenure as New Zealand head coach began positively with back-to-back wins against England in Dunedin and Auckland.

From BBC

Previous discussions over such a deal have focused on a proposal from US President Joe Biden in May, which was “positively” received by Hamas.

From BBC

Related Words

• certainly
• easily
• emphatically
• firmly
• undoubtedly