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positive

adjective (CERTAIN)
 
 
/ˈpɒz.ə.tɪv/ US  /ˈpɑː.zə.t̬ɪv/

Definition

B2 certain and without any doubt: [+ (that)] Are you positive (that) you saw me switch the iron off? "Are you sure it's okay for me to use your mother's car?" "Positive." "It was him - I saw him take it." "Are you positive about that?"Confidence and self-assuranceShowing arrogance and conceit
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