positive
- adj.积极乐观的;完全的;良好的;正数的;建设性的;正电的;自信的;阳性的;拥护的;表示赞同的;有绝对把握;证据确凿的;朝着成功的
- n.优势;优点;阳性结果(或反应);正片
复数： positives
posit 放 + -ive 形容词后缀
positiveadj.
有信心 confident
积极乐观的；自信的
thinking about what is good in a situation; feeling confident and sure that sth good will happen
a positive attitude/outlook
乐观的态度 / 前景
the power of positive thought
乐观思想的力量
She tried to be more positive about her new job.
她力求对新工作更有信心。
On the positive side , profits have increased.
从好的方面看，利润增加了。
The report ended on a positive note.
报告的结尾显得很乐观。
有效；有用 effective/useful
积极的；建设性的；朝着成功的
directed at dealing with sth or producing a successful result
We must take positive steps to deal with the problem.
我们必须采取积极步骤处理这个问题。
It will require positive action by all in the industry.
这将需要业内全体同人和衷共济。
表示赞同的；拥护的
expressing agreement or support
We've had a very positive response to the idea.
我们对这个想法反应很好。
良好的；有助益的；正面的
good or useful
to make a positive contribution to a discussion
在讨论中献计献策
His family have been a very positive influence on him.
他的家庭对他有十分良好的影响。
Overseas investment has had a positive effect on exports.
海外投资对出口有积极影响。
确信；肯定 sure/definite
有绝对把握；确信；肯定
completely sure that sth is correct or true
I can't be positive about what time it happened.
我说不准这事是什么时间发生的。
She was positive that he had been there.
她确信他曾在场。
‘Are you sure?’ ‘Positive.’
“你敢肯定吗？”“绝对肯定。”
完全的；绝对的
complete and definite
He has a positive genius for upsetting people.
他气人的本事可大呢。
It was a positive miracle that we survived.
我们能够生还，完全是个奇迹。
证据确凿的；明确的
giving clear and definite proof or information
We have no positive evidence that she was involved.
我们没有确凿证据证明她参与其事。
This is proof positive that he stole the money.
这就是他偷钱的肯定证据。
科学试验 scientific test
阳性的；证明…存在的
showing clear evidence that a particular substance or medical condition is present
a positive pregnancy test
呈阳性反应的怀孕检测
The athlete tested positive for steroids.
这个运动员类固醇检测呈阳性。
to be HIV positive
艾滋病病毒化验呈阳性
数目；数量 number/quantity
正数的
greater than zero
电 electricity
正电的；正极的
containing or producing the type of electricity that is carried by a proton
a positive charge
正电荷
the positive terminal of a battery
电池的正极
noun
优点 good quality
优势；优点
a good or useful quality or aspect
Take your weaknesses and translate them into positives.
把你自己的弱点变成优点。
摄影 in photography
正片
a developed film showing light and dark areas and colours as they actually were, especially one printed from a negative
化验结果 result of test
阳性结果（或反应）
the result of a test or an experiment that shows that a substance or condition is present
These words all describe sb who knows without doubt that sth is true or will happen.以上各词均指确信、肯定、有把握。
[not before noun] without any doubt that you are right, that sth is true, that you will get sth or that sth will happen 指确信、肯定、有把握、必定：
‘Is that John over there?’ ‘I'm not sure.’
“那边那个人是约翰吗？”“我说不准。”
Are you sure about that?
这事你肯定吗？
England must win this game to be sure of qualifying.
英格兰队必须拿下这场比赛才能确保获得资格。
completely sure that sth will happen in the way that you want or expect 指肯定、确信、有把握：
I'm quite confident that you'll get the job.
我肯定你能得到那份工作。
The team feels confident of winning.
这个队觉得有把握取胜。
[not before noun] completely sure that sth is true or right, especially because the evidence seems to prove it or sb else has persuaded you to believe it 指坚信、深信、确信，尤指有证据证明或经说服：
I'm convinced that she's innocent.
我坚信她是清白无辜的。
[not usually before noun] sure that you are right or that sth is true 指确信、肯定、无疑：
Are you absolutely certain about this?
你对这事绝对确信无疑吗？
Like sure , certain is often used in negative statements and questions. It is slightly more formal than sure ; sure is more frequent, especially in spoken English. |
[not before noun] ( rather informal ) completely sure that sth is true 指有绝对把握、确信、肯定：
She was positive that he'd been there.
她确信他曾在场。
‘Are you sure?’ ‘Positive.’
“你敢肯定吗？”“绝对肯定。”
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ADJ-GRADED 抱有希望的；有信心的；积极的
If you are positive about things, you are hopeful and confident, and think of the good aspects of a situation rather than the bad ones.Be positive about your future and get on with living a normal life...
要对自己的未来充满信心，继续过一种正常的生活。
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You really must try to start thinking positively.
你真的必须努力开始以一种积极的心态思考问题了。
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ADJ-GRADED 愉悦的；有益的
A positive fact, situation, or experience is pleasant and helpful to you in some way.The parting from his sister had a positive effect on John...
和姐姐分开对约翰来说有好处。
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ADJ-GRADED 明确的；果断的
If you make a positive decision or take positive action, you do something definite in order to deal with a task or problem.There are positive changes that should be implemented in the rearing of animals...
应该对动物饲养进行明确的改革。
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ADJ-GRADED 积极的；肯定的
A positive response to something indicates agreement, approval, or encouragement.There's been a positive response to the UN Secretary-General's recent peace efforts.
联合国秘书长近期为和平所作出的努力得到了积极的回应。
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He responded positively and accepted the fee of £1,000 I had offered.
他作出了肯定的答复，并接受了我给的1，000英镑的费用。
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ADJ-GRADED 有把握的；确信的
If you are positive about something, you are completely sure about it.I'm as positive as I can be about it...
我对它有绝对的把握。
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ADJ （证据）确凿的，毋庸置疑的
Positive evidence gives definite proof of the truth or identity of something.There was no positive evidence that any birth defects had arisen as a result of Vitamin A intake.
没有确凿证据证明，摄取维生素A会导致出生缺陷。
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He has positively identified the body as that of his wife.
他已确认那是他妻子的尸体。
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ADJ （化验或试验结果）阳性的
If a medical or scientific test is positive, it shows that something has happened or is present.If the test is positive, a course of antibiotics may be prescribed...
如果化验结果呈阳性，可能会开一个疗程的抗生素。
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ADJ （强调名词）完完全全的，千真万确的，实实在在的
You can use positive to emphasize a noun.Good day to you, Bernard! It's a positive delight to see you...
你好，伯纳德！见到你真高兴。
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ADJ （数字）正的，大于零的
A positive number is greater than zero.It's really a simple numbers game with negative and positive numbers.
它其实就是正负数的简单数字游戏。
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ADJ 带正电的；阳极的
If something has a positive electrical charge, it has the same charge as a proton and the opposite charge to an electron. -
...positively charged ions.
阳离子
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proof positive→ see:proof
noun
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- a film showing a photographic image whose tones correspond to those of the original subject
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- the primary form of an adjective or adverb;denotes a quality without qualification, comparison, or relation to increase or diminution
- Synonym: positive degree
adj
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- involving advantage or good
- a plus (or positive) factor
- Synonym: plus
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- marked by excessive confidence
- an arrogant and cocksure materialist
- so overconfident and impudent as to speak to the queen
- the less he knows the more positive he gets
- Synonym: cocksure overconfident
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- having a positive charge
- protons are positive
- Synonym: electropositive positively charged
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- impossible to deny or disprove
- incontrovertible proof of the defendant's innocence
- proof positive
- an irrefutable argument
- Synonym: incontrovertible irrefutable
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- formally laid down or imposed
- positive laws
- Synonym: prescribed
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- characterized by or displaying affirmation or acceptance or certainty etc.
- a positive attitude
- the reviews were all positive
- a positive benefit
- a positive demand
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- greater than zero
- positive numbers
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- reckoned, situated or tending in the direction which naturally or arbitrarily is taken to indicate increase or progress or onward motion
- positive increase in graduating students
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- indicating existence or presence of a suspected condition or pathogen
- a positive pregnancy test
- Synonym: confirming
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- of or relating to positivism
- positivist thinkers
- positivist doctrine
- positive philosophy
- Synonym: positivist positivistic
数据来源：WordNet
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Be a positive person and share your smile with others .
做一个积极乐观的人，跟大家一起分享你的快乐。
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Therefore , I think we should also positive and optimistic attitude towards life .
因此，我认为我们要又积极乐观的人生态度。
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His family have been a very positive influence on him .
他的家庭对他有十分良好的影响。
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We must take positive steps to deal with the problem .
我们必须采取积极步骤处理这个问题。
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She tried to be more positive about her new job .
她力求对新工作更有信心。
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It will require positive action by all in the industry .
这将需要业内全体同人和衷共济。
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Some of the studies show positive results , whereas others do not .
有一些研究结果令人满意，然而其他的则不然。
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She was positive that he 'd been there .
她确信他曾在场。
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He made a very positive contribution to the success of the project .
他对项目的成功贡献良多。
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Overseas investment has had a positive effect on exports .
海外投资对出口有积极影响。
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Positive and negative experiences form a child 's character .
正反两方面的经历都影响儿童性格的形成。
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The whole experience was definitely more positive than negative .
整个经历当然是利多于弊。
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We have no positive evidence that she was involved .
我们没有确凿证据证明她参与其事。
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We were greatly encouraged by the positive response of the public .
公众所持的肯定态度给了我们极大的鼓舞。
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The police need a witness to make a positive ID.
警方需要有目击者加以确认。
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Let 's think positive .
咱们往好的方面想吧。
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They sought advice on how to project a more positive image of their company .
他们就如何加强树立公司的良好形象征询意见。
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He has a positive genius for upsetting people .
他气人的本事可大呢。
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Two athletes tested positive for steroids .
两名运动员的类固醇试验呈阳性。
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It was a positive miracle that we survived .
我们能够生还，完全是个奇迹。
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Take your weaknesses and translate them into positives .
把你自己的弱点变成优点。
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That this is a positive stereotype makes it no less a stereotype , and therefore unacceptable .
这种成见即使是积极的也依然是成见，因而是不可取的。
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The athlete tested positive for steroids .
这个运动员类固醇检测呈阳性。
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The agreement should have very positive results in the long term
从长远来看，这个协议将会产生非常积极的影响。
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This energy could be much better spent taking some positive action .
这些精力若用于采取某些积极行动的话，可能会更值得。
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Be positive about your future and get on with living a normal life
要对自己的未来充满信心，继续过一种正常的生活。
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I think there are many positive aspects to being a twin
我认为身为双胞胎中的一个有很多积极方面。
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I 'm as positive as I can be about it
我对它有绝对的把握。
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I was positive things were going to turn out fine .
我确信事情最终会好起来的。
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We share his view that business can be a positive force for change
我们同意他的观点，认为商业可以是促进变革的一种积极力量。
指确定无疑的，表示说话人有确切的理由或不容置疑的证据，语气较强，通常作表语，多用于肯定句或正式的书面语中，常可与positive 换用，但不可单独用作回答。
He is absolutely certain/positive that he has met her before.
他绝对肯定他以前见过她。
She's not certain/positive when the movie will begin.
她不确定电影何时开始。
It is certain/positive that every effect must have a cause.
毋庸置疑，有果必有因。
He is certain/positive that the fruit is ripe.
他确信水果熟了。
指确信某事会以自己想要或期望的方式发生的，通常作表语。
They are confident next year's profits will be higher.
他们确信明年的利润会增加。
The French football team is confident of victory.
法国足球队对取胜很有把握。
The committee is confident of success.
委员会对成功很有把握。
指对某事深信不疑的，通常作表语，常后接介词 of 或 that 从句。
I am convinced that we are doing the right thing.
我确信我们做的事情是正确的。
I am fully convinced we can do it.
我完全确信我们能做这件事。
He is firmly convinced of the possibility of life on other planets.
他坚信在其他行星上可能存在生命。
指对某事物的正确性或真实性绝对肯定的，通常作表语，可单独用作肯定回答，常后接介词 about/of 或 that 从句。
She is absolutely positive that she opened the window.
她绝对肯定她开窗户了。
He can't be positive where he lost his key.
他说不准是在哪里丢的钥匙。
-Are you sure about that?
—-那事你能肯定吗？
-Positive.
—-能。
We'll benefit from this deal -I'm positive of that.
我们会从这笔交易中赚到钱的，对此我有把握。
指主观上对某事物的正确性或真实性没有疑虑的，常可与 certain 换用，但语气稍弱，通常作表语。
I am sure/certain that he is honest.
我肯定他是诚实的。
Are you sure/certain that this is the right road?
你肯定这条路对吗?
He wasn't sure/certain whether he would be able to get back as planned.
他不能肯定他是否能如期回来。
指有利于某事发生或成功的。
This plant will produce fruits under favourable conditions.
该植物在适宜的条件下会结出果子。
Bacteria multiply quickly under favourable conditions.
细菌在适当的条件下繁殖很快。
The company has made a huge profit in an international environment that is favourable to overseas investment.
在有利于海外投资的国际环境下，这个公司获得了巨额的利润。
指对某人、某种情况等有好处或有帮助的。
This contract is advantageous to the owners.
这份合同对业主有利。
You'd better be more cautious, as your rival is in an advantageous position.
你的对手现在处于有利地位，所以你最好更谨慎一些。
指积极的、良好的或有所助益的。
These vegetables have a positive effect on people's health.
这些蔬菜对人们的健康有好处。
Studying overseas has been a positive experience for him.
海外留学对他来说是一种有益的经历。