positivity

noun

plural positivities
1
: the quality or state of being positive
2
: something that is positive

Examples of positivity in a Sentence

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Beyond the commercial aspect, the assumptions undergirding death positivity have begun to feel nearly as outdated as putting lipstick on a corpse. John Semley, Harpers Magazine, 28 July 2026 Offensive rookie of the year wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan answered to a lot of positivity on Friday. Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 24 July 2026 One particular aspect of her job that fills Fernandez with positivity is how young Latinos in her organization have empowered themselves to highlight the difficult realities of the community. Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 24 July 2026 Although her 2026 elite season may have been cut short, Ohashi is choosing to look forward with positivity. Caroline Price, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for positivity

Word History

First Known Use

1659, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of positivity was in 1659

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“Positivity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/positivity. Accessed 7 Aug. 2026.

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