feeling hopeful
1 ~ (about sth) thinking about what is good in a situation; feeling confident and hopeful:
a positive attitude / outlook * the power of positive thought * She tried to be more positive about her new job. * On the positive side, profits have increased. * The report ended on a positive note.
OPPNEGATIVE
effective / useful
2 directed at dealing with sth or producing a successful result:
We must take positive steps to deal with the problem. * It will require positive action by all in the industry.
OPPNEGATIVE
3 expressing agreement or support:
We've had a very positive response to the idea.
OPPNEGATIVE
4 good or useful:
to make a positive contribution to a discussion * His family have been a very positive influence on him. * Overseas investment has had a positive effect on exports.
OPPNEGATIVE
sure / definite
5 [notbeforenoun] ~ (about sth)
