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Meaning of negatively
The primary meaning of "negatively" is in a way that shows or feels opposition, disapproval, or unfavorable circumstances.
Etymology of negatively
The word "negatively" comes from the adjective "negative", which has its roots in the Latin "negativus", meaning "that which denies", derived from "negare", meaning "to deny"
Historically, the term has been used in various contexts, including mathematics, physics, and social sciences, to describe a condition, effect, or result that is unfavorable, opposing, or less than expected
Synonyms
adversely
unfavorably
badly
poorly
disadvantageously
hurtfully
damagingly
destructively
pessimistically
gloomily
critically
disapprovingly
unfavorably
ill
wrongly
misguidedly
unhelpfully
unproductively
unconstructively
unbeneficially
malevolently
malignly
inauspiciously
ominously
threateningly
alarmingly
disturbingly
unsettlingly
disruptively
detrimentally
Definitions
- In a way that shows or feels opposition, disapproval, or unfavorable circumstances
- * In a way that is harmful or unhelpful
- * To a degree that is less than zero or below a standard level
Usage Examples
- The new policy has affected the company negatively, resulting in significant financial losses
- * She reacted negatively to the news, feeling disappointed and unhappy
- * The cold weather has impacted the crops negatively, causing a substantial decrease in yield
Antonyms
positively
favorably
advantageously
beneficially
helpfully
productively
constructively
beneficially
advantageously
optimistically
hopefully
encouragingly
approvingly
supportively
upliftingly
inspiringly
motivatingly
constructively
usefully
profitably