B1adverbemotionshealth
US/ˈpɑː.zə.tɪv.li/
UK/ˈpɒz.ə.tɪv.li/
in a good or hopeful way; also used to make a statement stronger, meaning completely
In context
Most customers responded positively to the new design of the app.
Regular exercise can positively affect your mood and your sleep.
The food at that new café is positively delicious, so you have to try it.
Words that go with positively
verb + adverb
- respond positivelyPatients responded positively to the new treatment.
- think positivelyTry to think positively, even on difficult days.
- react positivelyThe stock market reacted positively to the news.
- contribute positivelyVolunteers contribute positively to the local community.
adverb + verb
- positively affectGood lighting can positively affect how well students learn.
adverb + adjective
- positively correlatedIncome is positively correlated with life expectancy.