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

Recent Examples on the Web Last month, Baffert had a 24.6% positivity rating and a 24% negativity number, while 51% were neutral. John Cherwa, Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2024 In recent years, many efforts have been made toward body positivity and size inclusivity. Harriette Cole, The Mercury News, 1 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for positivity 

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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 10 May. 2024.

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