Negativism and Positivism

Negativism

Negativism noun - Characterized by habitual skepticism and a disagreeable tendency to deny or oppose or resist suggestions or commands.

Positivism is an antonym for negativism.

Nearby Words: negative, negativity

Positivism

Positivism noun - A quality or state characterized by certainty or acceptance or affirmation and dogmatic assertiveness.

Negativism is an antonym for positivism.

Nearby Word: positive
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