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pos‧i‧tive‧ly
1 used to emphasize that something is true, especially when this seems surprising :
2 in a way that shows you agree with something or want it to succeed [≠ negatively]: 
It is hoped that the industry will respond positively to this new initiative.
It is hoped that the industry will respond positively to this new initiative.3 in a way that shows you are thinking about what is good in a situation rather than what is bad : Change should be accepted and be viewed positively.
Change should be accepted and be viewed positively.4 in a way that leaves no doubt : 'You certainly won't!' Katherine said positively.
'You certainly won't!' Katherine said positively.5 spoken used to emphasize that you really mean what you are saying [= definitely]: This is positively the last time you'll hear me say this.
This is positively the last time you'll hear me say this.
