negatively (B2)
adverb
Pronunciation: /ˈnɛɡətɪvli/
Definition
In a way that expresses denial, refusal, or opposition; in a way that is not positive or hopeful.
Examples
The results of the study were interpreted negatively by the scientific community.
She responded negatively to the suggestion, citing potential risks.
He spoke negatively about his former employer, but his claims were unsubstantiated.
How to Use negatively
- negatively affect (collocation)
- To have a harmful or bad influence on something. — "Lack of sleep can negatively affect your concentration."
- negatively impact (collocation)
- To have a harmful or bad effect on something. — "The pandemic negatively impacted small businesses worldwide."
- speak negatively of (prepositional phrase)
- To criticize someone or something in an unkind way. — "It's not professional to speak negatively of your colleagues."
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