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positivist

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noun

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for positivist
Noun
  • More skeptical economists say the optimists are looking at the wrong figures.
    Paul Davidson, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2025
  • And an optimist would point out the Lakers won 12 of 14 after the loss to the Spurs and then won eight-straight after losing to the Hornets.
    Dan Woike, Los Angeles Times, 21 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Poston is optimistic about the bill going into the House and said there’s an opportunity to inform lawmakers on how big of an impact this package will have on Texas.
    Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Apr. 2025
  • Choosing to remain optimistic about the value of individual contributions is not naïve, but a deliberate act of defiance.
    Lauren Stienstra, Time, 17 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Richard Hendricks, Pied Piper’s founder and the primary author of that algorithm, is a coder by profession but an idealist by nature.
    Megan Garber, The Atlantic, 16 Apr. 2025
  • Sky Wee is a longtime Bitcoin advocate and decentralization idealist.
    Max (Chong) Li, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • The numbers paint a generally positive outlook that, according to these forecasters, should allow the nation to narrowly dodge a slump.
    Paul Davidson, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2025
  • With a proven track record of creating positive experiences and driving business success at SAP, Namita is dedicated to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, spearheading strategic initiatives and mentoring start-ups on holistic marketing and communications strategies.
    Namita Gupta-Hehl, Forbes.com, 28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • After congratulating the pregnant women, the husband and wife turn their attention to a cheerful Aisha.
    Angel Saunders, People.com, 14 Apr. 2025
  • The relaxed fit keeps it comfortable for all-day wear, and the sunny shade adds a cheerful touch to otherwise neutral travel basics.
    Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 1 Apr. 2025
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“Positivist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/positivist. Accessed 1 May. 2025.

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