negative
Translation
negative, pessimistic, unfavorable
Examples
He has a negative attitude about his job.
He has a negative attitude about his job.
The test result was negative.
The test result was negative.
The answer to my request was a negative.
The answer to my request was a negative.
Grammar Patterns
((negative)) + noun He has a negative attitude.
be + ((negative)) The test result was negative.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pessimistic, unfavorable; Antonyms: positive, optimistic
Etymology
From Latin 'negativus', from 'negare' (to deny). Related to 'negate'.
Memory Tips
Think of the minus sign (-) in maths, which is a negative symbol.