positivity

[ poz-i-tiv-i-tee ]

noun

, plural pos·i·tiv·i·ties.

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of positivity¹

First recorded in 1650–60; positive + -ity

Example Sentences

She dressed as a fake weight loss drug, which was dreamt up in a recent South Park episode that joked about her body positivity message.

From BBC

Many draw traditional designs like rangoli - made using colourful powders - outside their doors to welcome luck and positivity.

From BBC

Biden spent much of his speech following a tack set by Harris' campaign, where boosters and candidates alike compare their message of unity and positivity with Trump's fascist and bleak rhetoric.

From Salon

England's positivity, togetherness and determination to enjoy the privilege of playing international sport is genuinely admirable.

From BBC

You brought so much happiness and positivity to everyone - millions of fans, your family, friends, and especially me.

From BBC

Related Words

• alacrity
• eagerness
• positiveness
• readiness
• zeal