positivity

noun

pos·​i·​tiv·​i·​ty ˌpä-zə-ˈti-və-tē How to pronounce positivity (audio)
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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Founded initially as a shapewear brand emphasizing body positivity and inclusive sizing from XXS to 5XL, Skims has since expanded into loungewear, swimwear, and menswear. Preston Fore, Fortune, 12 Nov. 2025 Here's a kindness bingo to spread positivity! Ronnie Li, USA Today, 12 Nov. 2025 The portrait of positivity quickly gained attention on the school's' Instagram page, amassing millions of views and thousands of comments and reposts. Grace Tucker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 12 Nov. 2025 So positivity, knowledge, experience, all those things come into play. Kansas City Star, 12 Nov. 2025 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 19 Nov. 2025.

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