negative

Definitions

Expressing or containing negation or denial.

Lacking positive qualities; pessimistic or harmful.

Relating to a quantity less than zero or an electrical charge carried by electrons.

Examples

The test results came back negative, which was a huge relief for the patient.

She received a lot of negative feedback regarding her latest project proposal.

It is important to maintain a positive attitude even when facing negative circumstances.

Synonyms

pessimistic adverse unfavorable cynical gloomy detrimental hostile

Antonyms

positive optimistic favorable constructive beneficial affirmative hopeful