Synonyms of positively

positively

adverb

as in favorably

in an approving manner

for the most part audiences have responded positively to his avant-garde music

Synonyms & Similar Words

• favorably
• appreciatively
• admiringly
• approvingly
• complimentarily
• lovingly
• respectfully
• reverently
• worshipfully
• regardfully

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• negatively
• adversely
• unfavorably
• disapprovingly
• scornfully
• disdainfully
• captiously
• hypercritically
• unflatteringly
• deploringly

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of positively

While his fans were disappointed when his name was not included in the lineup announced on Good Morning America, the dancer responded positively when reacting to the news on Instagram. — Ingrid Vasquez, PEOPLE, 3 Sep. 2026

Sticking with the weekly chart, here's another view showing how the recent comeback has started to positively influence SPOT's moving averages. — Frank Cappelleri, CNBC, 2 Sep. 2026

Motive aside, closing Wallace’s murder case hinges on positively identifying the gunman responsible for pulling the trigger, as well as evidence to support it. — Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 2 Sep. 2026

Intelligence on the strike targets does not need to positively identify people on the boat or locate narcotics aboard, Kaine said, based on his reading of the criteria. — Laura Romero, ABC News, 31 Aug. 2026

Research suggests that saffron may positively affect mood, while honey may help with cough symptoms and wound healing. — Eleesha Lockett, Verywell Health, 30 Aug. 2026

The poll showed that 62% of Republicans had a favorable view of McCormick, while 19% of Democrats viewed him positively. — Finch Walker, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026

Coming shortly after a commendable performance in a UEFA Super Cup defeat to Paris Saint-Germain, the Thomas Frank era started positively. — Michael Cox, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026

Ritchie noted how music positively impacts academic, personal and social goals, as well as teaches lessons of perseverance, collaboration and being a part of a team. — Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 25 Aug. 2026