positively
gb/pˈɑzɪtɪvli/ us/pˈɑzɪtɪvli/
B1
Английски
~ 4500
Значения
0 значения
adverb
B1
property
1
Certainly; without doubt
Used to say that something is sure or certain.
Модел на употреба:
[someone] positively [verb]
Честа грешка:
Learners sometimes confuse 'positively' with 'optimistically', but 'positively' here means 'with certainty', not 'with hope'.
Синоними
certainly (More common and neutral in tone.)
|
definitely (Slightly more emphatic or casual in tone.)
Антоними
doubtfully (Expresses uncertainty instead of certainty.)
Колокации
positively identify
|positively prove
|positively certain
Теми
communication
|opinions
|core_vocabulary
Примери
- I can positively confirm that she was at the meeting.
- The results positively show a decrease in crime.
- He spoke positively that the plan would work.
Примери за учащи
- I can positively say it is true.
- She is positively sure about the answer.
- They positively know who did it.
adverb
B1
property
2
In a good or helpful way
In a way that helps or is good.
Модел на употреба:
[someone] speaks/acts positively about [something]
Честа грешка:
Some learners confuse 'positively' with 'optimistically'; 'optimistically' suggests hope, while 'positively' here means in a good or approving way.
Синоними
constructively (Focuses on being helpful and productive.)
|
favorably (Focuses on showing approval or support.)
Антоними
negatively (Shows disapproval or harmful effect.)
Колокации
respond positively
|think positively
|view positively
Теми
emotions
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Примери
- She reacted positively to the feedback.
- The teacher spoke positively about his progress.
- Thinking positively can improve your mood.
Примери за учащи
- He talks positively about his job.
- She thinks positively every day.
- We should act positively to help others.
adverb
B2
property
3
Used to emphasize a statement
Used to make an adjective or statement stronger.
Модел на употреба:
positively [adjective]
Честа грешка:
Learners may overuse this in formal writing; it's more common in spoken or expressive contexts.
Синоними
absolutely (Very common emphatic adverb.)
|
utterly (Often used for extreme adjectives.)
Антоними
slightly (Expresses a small degree instead of strong emphasis.)
Колокации
positively delighted
|positively certain
|positively glowing
Теми
communication
|core_vocabulary
Примери
- I was positively thrilled by the news.
- She was positively glowing with pride.
- The movie was positively awful.
Примери за учащи
- I am positively happy today.
- She is positively tired after work.
- The soup is positively delicious.
adverb
technical
B2
property
4
With a positive charge or test result
In science, having a positive charge or showing something is present.
Синоними
affirmatively (In testing, indicates presence, though less common in technical contexts.)
Антоними
negatively (Indicates absence or opposite electrical charge.)
Колокации
positively charged particle
|test positively for
Теми
science
Примери
- The ion is positively charged.
- He tested positively for the virus.
- The sample reacted positively to the chemical.
Примери за учащи
- The atom is positively charged.
- She tested positively for flu.
- Water did not react positively to the test.
Граматика
Речникова форма
positively
IPA
GB/pˈɑzɪtɪvli/
US/pˈɑzɪtɪvli/
Срички и ударение
pos - it - ively (3 срички)
Stress on 1st syllable (pos)
Форми на думата
Noun
- Base: positively
- Plural: positivelies
Семейство думи
Forms
positivelies
noun
Core family
positive
adjective B1
Related words
positivity
noun
Negative and opposite forms
Изрази
look at [something] positively
1/lˈʊk ˈæt sˈʌmθɪŋ pˈɑzɪtɪvli/
fixed phrase
See something favorably
To see something as good or beneficial.
Примери
- He looked at the change in rules positively.
- Try to look at the situation positively instead of worrying.
think positively
1/θˈɪŋk pˈɑzɪtɪvli/
fixed phrase
Have an optimistic mindset
To focus on the good side of things and expect good results.
Примери
- Even when times are hard, try to think positively.
- She always thinks positively about the future.