Definition

The quality or state of being negative or pessimistic.

Example

Her negativeness about the project made it difficult for the team to stay motivated.

Conversation

I noticed there’s a lot of negativeness in the news lately.

Yeah, it can be really overwhelming sometimes.

I wish they would focus more on positive stories instead.

Totally! A little positivity can go a long way.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Negativeness → It is formed from "negare" (meaning to deny) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "negativeness" refers to the state or quality of being negative or denying.

Memory Tip

Think of 'denying' something ('negare') and how that creates a state of being ('-ness'). This helps you remember that negativeness is the quality of being negative.

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