Positif (en. Positive)
/p.o.z.i.t.if/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Which expresses affirmation or existence.
His attitude is always positive towards challenges.
Son attitude est toujours positive envers les défis.
Which has favorable consequences.
The year's assessment is positive for the company.
Le bilan de l’année est positif pour l’entreprise.
Pregnant (in the medical context).
The pregnancy test is positive.
Le test de grossesse est positif.
Etymology
From Latin 'positivus', derived from 'ponere' which means 'to place, to establish'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
think positive
Adopt a mentally optimistic attitude.
penser positif
positive response
Agreement or approval of a proposal.
réponse positive
positive impact
Beneficial effect on a situation.
impact positif
Related Words
positivity
State of mind or attitude aimed at seeing the good side of things.
positivité
positively
In a positive, favorable manner.
positivement
positivism
Philosophical movement that argues that only experience and verifiable data are meaningful.
positifisme
Slang Meanings
To have good vibes.
He is always in a positive mode, nothing stops him.
Il est toujours en mode positif, rien ne l'arrête.
To be in a good mood.
After her vacation, she is super positive.
Après ses vacances, elle est super positive.