positive feedback

noun

: feedback that tends to magnify a process or increase its output

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Organizations that are successful in AI adoption actively manage this critical period by embedding AI within their daily routines through consistent practice, ongoing reinforcement and positive feedback loops, which are tracked and analyzed for continuous adjustment of adoption strategy. Mike Hyzy, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025 Since opening up about his journey and use of psychedelics as treatment, Smith has received plenty of positive feedback from others in similar situations looking for a beacon of hope. Ben Morse, CNN Money, 25 June 2025 Dopamine helps regulate muscle movement and contributes to positive feedback that gives an emotional sense of satisfaction and contentment.1 Jump to Key Takeaways. 1. Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 6 June 2025 Plus, failing on an international stage doesn’t necessarily yield positive feedback from the sports community. Gabby Herzig, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for positive feedback

Word History

First Known Use

1934, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of positive feedback was in 1934

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“Positive feedback.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/positive%20feedback. Accessed 10 Jul. 2025.

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