positive

US /ˈpɑzɪtɪv/

UK /ˈpɒzətɪv/

A2

adjecitve

  • Showing agreement or support for something
  • Being sure about something; knowing the truth
  • Having the charge produced by electrons
  • Being good or useful
  • Showing that a chemical is present in a test

Examples

He tested positive for HIV.

I'm absolutely positive it was him.