![]() ![]() 7 → positive proof/evidence/identification etc 8 scientific test S M showing signs of the medical condition or chemical that is being looked for OPP negative The test results came back positive. ![]() 5 sure SURE very sure, with no doubt at all that something is right or true SYN certain positive (that) Are you absolutely positive you locked the door? ‘Are you sure about that?’ ‘Positive.’ ► see thesaurus at sure 6 sign SUCCEED IN DOING something showing that something is likely to succeed or improve The fact that he’s breathing on his own again is a positive sign. positive about Most people have been very positive about the show. We’ve had a lot of positive feedback from the people of this city. 4 support SUPPORT A PERSON, GROUP, OR PLAN expressing support, agreement, or approval OPP negative positive response/reaction The response we’ve had from the public has been very positive. It’s a relief to know that something positive is being done. 3 action if you take positive action, you do something definite in order to try to achieve something We need to take positive steps to improve the situation of families in poverty. Women should be portrayed in a more positive light. the positive contribution to the community made by many older people It’s been a difficult time but, on the positive side, I feel physically fine. It’s been a very positive experience for her. The rural environment was having a positive effect on the children’s health. Write down all the positive things about your life. 2 good thing EFFECTIVE good or useful OPP negative At least something positive has come out of the situation. ![]() the power of positive thinking ‘ Think positive!’ she advised herself. positive attitude/approach/outlook etc She’s got a really positive attitude to life.
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