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What is the opposite of positive?

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Adjective
Opposite of being certain or convinced about a fact
“Kris wanted so desperately to trust Jim, but was uncertain of his motives.”
Adjective
Opposite of denotes a constructive or productive feeling
“As a result of their unproductive response, we were unable to attain the information required to proceed.”
Adjective
Opposite of characterized by a good or happy sentiment
“The spiritual journey is fraught with danger, full of unexpected twists, at times deeply discouraging, at times exhilarating.”
Adjective
Opposite of characterized by approval
“His unfavorable policies on abortion drew the ire of families around the country.”
Adjective
Opposite of conclusive or definitive
“She has given us an extremely vague description of the perpetrator, therefore, we cannot press charges.”
Adjective
Opposite of absolute or unmitigated
“He has a mitigated sense of self-righteousness.”
Adjective
Opposite of assertive and self-assured
“Mary was rather tentative at committing to her weekly rehabilitation.”
Adjective
(attributive) Opposite of feeling or exuding self-assurance
“They were insecure young men, who were led astray by a charismatic self-proclaimed prophet.”
Adjective
Opposite of having no conditions or limitations
Adjective
Opposite of cheerful and optimistic in feeling or disposition
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Adjective
Opposite of clear in meaning without uncertainty or ambiguity
Adjective
Opposite of being agreeable or assenting to a question, vote or issue
Adjective
Opposite of boldly self-assured or confident
“The barbarians were subdued and became submissive to the enchantress' whims.”
Adjective
Opposite of optimistic or positively hopeful in nature or temperament
Adjective
Opposite of always right or accurate
Adjective
Opposite of possible to be treated as fact
“During our second drink, I sketch imaginary facts about an imaginary life.”
Adjective
Opposite of actually being or existing
Adjective
Opposite of having unconditional and enthusiastic support
“There was some grudging applause at the final curtain, but I got the feeling it was more for the sake of form, rather than actual enjoyment.”
Adjective
(of a person or performance) Opposite of energetic in nature
“According to the doctor, I was feeling lethargic due to some mineral deficiencies.”
Adjective
(detrimental) Opposite of advantageous, or providing benefit
“Not properly disposing of plastics can be detrimental to the environment.”
Adjective
(bad for you) Opposite of advantageous, or providing benefit
Adjective
Opposite of existing in reality or as a matter of fact
“The premise that this was built by aliens is highly conjectural!”
Adjective
Opposite of conceited or confident in a bold or cheeky way
“She was modest and unassuming and an eloquent speaker on social and literary matters.”
Adjective
Opposite of willing, or inclined, to take chances or risks
“After looking down, he became too timid to carry on with the climb.”
Noun
Opposite of an advantage or a characteristically favorable point
“Invasion of space and privacy is an ugly downside to fame.”
Adverb
Opposite of to a very large or great degree
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