Positively
Positively adverb - In an approving manner.
Usually and positively are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Usually" instead an adverb "Positively".
Usually
Usually adverb - According to the usual course of things.
Positively and usually are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Positively" instead an adverb "Usually".
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
- Pressing the button that prompts that's usually mapped to a certain kind of response will have your character interject more rudely, neutrally, or positively.
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Murphy: Watching Dresden operate was usually one of two things: mildly amusing or positively terrifying.
Source: Mook Horror Show - Noble Wolf: The wolf is usually portrayed more positively than in Western mythology.
Source: Myth / Native American Mythology
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