positively
gb/pˈɑzɪtɪvli/ us/pˈɑzɪtɪvli/
B1
Английский
~ 4500
Значения
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adverb
B1
property
1
Certainly; without doubt
Used to say that something is sure or certain.
Модель употребления:
[someone] positively [verb]
Частая ошибка:
Learners sometimes confuse 'positively' with 'optimistically', but 'positively' here means 'with certainty', not 'with hope'.
Синонимы
certainly (More common and neutral in tone.)
|
definitely (Slightly more emphatic or casual in tone.)
Антонимы
doubtfully (Expresses uncertainty instead of certainty.)
Коллокации
positively identify
|positively prove
|positively certain
Темы
communication
|opinions
|core_vocabulary
Примеры
- 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.
Примеры для изучающих
- 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.
Модель употребления:
[someone] speaks/acts positively about [something]
Частая ошибка:
Some learners confuse 'positively' with 'optimistically'; 'optimistically' suggests hope, while 'positively' here means in a good or approving way.
Синонимы
constructively (Focuses on being helpful and productive.)
|
favorably (Focuses on showing approval or support.)
Антонимы
negatively (Shows disapproval or harmful effect.)
Коллокации
respond positively
|think positively
|view positively
Темы
emotions
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Примеры
- She reacted positively to the feedback.
- The teacher spoke positively about his progress.
- Thinking positively can improve your mood.
Примеры для изучающих
- 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.
Модель употребления:
positively [adjective]
Частая ошибка:
Learners may overuse this in formal writing; it's more common in spoken or expressive contexts.
Синонимы
absolutely (Very common emphatic adverb.)
|
utterly (Often used for extreme adjectives.)
Антонимы
slightly (Expresses a small degree instead of strong emphasis.)
Коллокации
positively delighted
|positively certain
|positively glowing
Темы
communication
|core_vocabulary
Примеры
- I was positively thrilled by the news.
- She was positively glowing with pride.
- The movie was positively awful.
Примеры для изучающих
- 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.
Синонимы
affirmatively (In testing, indicates presence, though less common in technical contexts.)
Антонимы
negatively (Indicates absence or opposite electrical charge.)
Коллокации
positively charged particle
|test positively for
Темы
science
Примеры
- The ion is positively charged.
- He tested positively for the virus.
- The sample reacted positively to the chemical.
Примеры для изучающих
- The atom is positively charged.
- She tested positively for flu.
- Water did not react positively to the test.
Грамматика
Словарная форма
positively
IPA
GB/pˈɑzɪtɪvli/
US/pˈɑzɪtɪvli/
Слоги и ударение
pos - it - ively (3 слога)
Stress on 1st syllable (pos)
Формы слова
Noun
- Base: positively
- Plural: positivelies
Родственные слова
Forms
positivelies
noun
Core family
positive
adjective B1
Related words
positivity
noun
Negative and opposite forms
Выражения
look at [something] positively
1/lˈʊk ˈæt sˈʌmθɪŋ pˈɑzɪtɪvli/
fixed phrase
See something favorably
To see something as good or beneficial.
Примеры
- 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.
Примеры
- Even when times are hard, try to think positively.
- She always thinks positively about the future.