negative (A1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈnɛɡətɪv/

Definition

Meaning 'no' or 'not present'; the opposite of positive.

Examples

• The test result was negative for the virus.

• She has a negative attitude and always sees the bad side.

• He got a negative answer to his request for a loan.

How to Use negative

negative about (prepositional phrase)

Feeling or showing that you think something is bad or will fail. — "She is negative about her chances of passing the exam."

Synonyms of negative

Words with a similar meaning to negative:

• no
• unfavorable
• adverse
• pessimistic

Antonyms of negative

Words with the opposite meaning to negative:

• positive
• favorable

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