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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Saka’s goal was sparked by Martinelli’s positivity. Art De Roché, New York Times, 2 Apr. 2025 Tackling even the smallest accomplishment can boost your confidence, reduce your stress, and reset your mind to a place of positivity. Aditi Shrikant, CNBC, 31 Mar. 2025 Grano joined dozens of others who wrote messages of positivity on a piece of fabric mounted inside the doors of the Institute for Collaboration on campus as part of a new initiative this week leading up to a Day of Generosity to be celebrated at the university on Friday. David Sharos, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2025 Gamification boosts positivity, and sustainable choices build trust and emotional connection. Expert Panel®, Forbes, 20 Mar. 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 15 Apr. 2025.

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