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Meaning of positively
The primary meaning of "positively" is to indicate a strong affirmation or certainty.
Etymology of positively
The word "positively" has its roots in the Latin word "positive," which means "placed" or "settled"
It entered the English language in the 15th century, initially used to describe something that is explicitly stated or formally laid down
Over time, its usage expanded to include emphasizing the truth or certainty of something, as well as indicating strong feelings or reactions
Synonyms
absolutely
certainly
definitely
undoubtedly
clearly
obviously
evidently
plainly
unmistakably
undoubtedly
assuredly
confidently
decisively
emphatically
firmly
incontrovertibly
indisputably
irrefutably
unquestionably
without doubt
inherently
intrinsically
naturally
normally
ordinarly
typically
usually
manifestly
apparently
seemingly
allegedly
supposedly
presumably
supposedly
purportedly
allegedly
supposedly
Definitions
- Used to emphasize the truth or certainty of something
- Used to indicate a strong feeling or reaction, especially a favorable one
- Used to indicate that something is definite or absolute
Usage Examples
- I am positively thrilled to be attending the concert tonight
- The new policy has been positively received by the community
- She is positively beaming with pride after winning the award
- The results of the study were positively astonishing
Antonyms
negatively
uncertainly
doubtfully
questionably
ambiguously
vaguely
indecisively
hesitantly
tentatively
inconclusively
unconvincingly
unimpressively
uninspiringly
unenthusiastically
unpersuasively
unassuredly
unclearly
inconspicuously
unremarkably
unnoticeably
imperceptibly
insignificantly