positive feedback

British  

noun

1. See feedback

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positive feedback Scientific  

1. Feedback in which the output quantity or signal adds to the input quantity or signal. Positive feedback is responsible for the squealing of microphones when placed too close to the speaker through which their input signals are amplified.

2. Compare negative feedback

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Example Sentences

“I’m getting positive feedback from the surrogacy agencies, they’re like, ‘This is a big one!

From The Wall Street Journal

The second is evidence of a positive feedback cycle in which these fractures increased ice acceleration, which in turn caused further damage.

From Science Daily

While this new cash-delivery feature is still in the testing phase, the company says it’s received positive feedback from customers and delivery partners.

From MarketWatch

This process, in which meltwater from one region accelerates melting elsewhere, is known as a "cascading positive feedback."

From Science Daily

“I cannot recall seeing this level of overwhelming positive feedback. People are just flipping out over these songs,” the frontman said.

From Los Angeles Times