positivity

[poz-i-tiv-i-tee]

noun

plural

positivities 

1. the state or character of being positive: a positivity that accepts the world as it is.

2. something positive.

Word History and Origins

Origin of positivity¹

First recorded in 1650–60; positive + -ity

Example Sentences

However, some have used Aberdeen's collapse last term as a reason to put a lid on the positivity bubbling away at Tynecastle.

From BBC

“It was common when my mom sobered up, when my parents both sobered up, to see them get hope and want to share positivity,” Baruch said.

From Los Angeles Times

Torii Hunter, the former Angels star and current special assistant, is interested in managing and could command a clubhouse with the kind of relentless positivity Dave Roberts brings to the Dodgers.

From Los Angeles Times

This approach should not be confused with toxic positivity, which is when people only look for the positive while negating any negative emotions.

From Salon

In the same compilation, Carson explained that a jive is difficult for a first dance and praised Irwin’s positivity.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

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• readiness 
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