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negative

Pronunciation: [/ˈnɛɡ.ə.tɪv/]

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negative: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use negative in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “opposition”

(adjective) showing disapproval or disagreement. When something is not good or favorable.

Example

The feedback on her performance was positive and encouraging.

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His attitude towards the project was negative from the start.

Example

Is it okay to always focus on the negative aspects?

Context: “mathematics”

(noun) a number less than zero. In math, it represents values that are below the baseline or starting point.

Example

The final answer was a positive number, indicating a gain.

Example

This equation involves adding and subtracting negative numbers.

Example

Can you explain how to multiply positive and negative numbers?

How to pronounce negative

Pronunciation: [/ˈnɛɡ.ə.tɪv/]

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