positive

Definitions

Consisting in or characterized by the presence, rather than the absence, of distinguishing features.

Expressing or implying affirmation, agreement, or approval.

Confident in one's opinion or assertion; certain.

Examples

She always maintains a positive attitude even when facing difficult challenges.

The medical test results came back positive, confirming the diagnosis.

The teacher gave me positive feedback on my final essay.

Synonyms

optimistic affirmative constructive favorable confident beneficial hopeful

Antonyms

negative pessimistic cynical harmful uncertain doubtful adverse