positive
adjectiveUK /ˈpɒz.ə.tɪv/
US /ˈpɑː.zə.tɪv/
Feeling happy and hopeful about things.
She stayed positive even when her team lost the game.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Certain or sure about something.
I am positive that I locked the door before we left.
3. Showing that something is present or true, as in a test result.
The doctor said the test was positive, so she needs some medicine.
4. A number greater than zero.
Five and ten are positive numbers, but minus three is not.
5. Good or helpful in effect.
Getting enough sleep has a positive effect on your mood.