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having an unpleasant or harmful effect on someone or something
- The report highlighted the negative impact of pollution on wildlife.
- The negative portrayal of certain communities in the media can perpetuate harmful stereotypes.
- The test result came back negative, which was a relief.
- Consuming excessive amounts of sugary drinks can have negative effects on overall health.
- The movie received mixed reviews, with many pointing out its negative elements.
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indicating or implying refusal, denial, disagreement, or omission
- Her response to the proposal was negative.
- He gave a negative answer when asked to participate.
- Management received a negative report about the plan.
- His tone was negative, showing disapproval.
- The survey produced largely negative feedback.
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(of a scientific test) showing that there is no sign of a disease or a particular condition
- The doctor informed her that the blood test came back negative for any signs of infection.
- Despite experiencing symptoms, the X-ray results were negative for any fractures or abnormalities.
- After conducting a thorough examination, the veterinarian confirmed that the fecal sample tested negative for parasites in the dog.
- The urine sample tested negative for traces of illicit drugs, confirming the individual's claims of sobriety.
- The mammogram revealed negative findings, providing reassurance to the patient about her breast health.
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never considering the good qualities of someone or something and is often quick to lose hope
- Her negative personality makes it difficult to see the bright side of any situation.
- He tends to be a negative person and not give new ideas a fair chance.
- It's important to avoid surrounding yourself with negative people that bring you down.
- His negative persona stemmed from past disappointments and failures.
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below zero
- The thermometer showed a negative temperature overnight.
- Negative numbers appear on the left side of the number line.
- The bank account balance turned negative.
- Negative growth indicates a contraction in the economy.
- The scale read negative after recalibration.
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having a negative electric charge
- Electrons carry a negative charge.
- The particle's negative charge attracted the positive ion.
- Negative charges repel each other in physics experiments.
- The battery's negative terminal is marked with a minus sign.
- Negative ions are abundant near waterfalls.
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conveying criticism or opposition in a way that highlights faults without offering helpful guidance
- The article was negative, pointing out flaws but giving no solutions.
- Negative feedback can demoralize a team if it lacks constructive advice.
- The review had a negative tone, emphasizing errors without suggestions.
- She avoided negative remarks that only criticized others.
- The report's negative approach undermined trust in the recommendations.
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(grammar) indicating that something is not true
- "I don't agree" is a negative expression.
- English forms negative sentences using words like "not" or "never."
- A negative statement denies the occurrence or truth of an event.
- Changing a sentence from affirmative to negative can reverse its meaning.
- The teacher explained how to construct negative forms of verbs.