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positivo
/po.siˈti.βo/
positive
El resultado fue positivo.
The result was positive.
general
Having a favorable or constructive quality; optimistic or encouraging.
Tiene una actitud positiva hacia la vida.
He has a positive attitude toward life.
El informe presentó datos positivos sobre la economía.
The report presented positive data about the economy.
In medical contexts, 'positivo' can also mean 'affirmative' or 'confirmed,' such as a positive test result.
technical
In mathematics, greater than zero.
El número es positivo si es mayor que cero.
The number is positive if it is greater than zero.
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Common Usage
'Positivo' is often used in everyday language to describe something as good or favorable, such as a positive attitude or a positive outcome.
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Medical Context
In medical contexts, 'positivo' can mean 'confirmed,' such as a positive test result for a disease.
Word Origin
From Latin 'positivus,' meaning 'placed or set,' derived from 'ponere' (to place).
Usage Notes
In everyday language, 'positivo' is often used to describe something as good, favorable, or encouraging. In medical contexts, it can indicate a confirmed condition or result.
Word Breakdown
posit-
placed or set
root-ivo
relating to
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