Friday, 11 September 2026
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negative
Band 5/ˈneɡətɪv/adjective
Definition
Bad; unfavorable; expressing disagreement
Example
Pollution has negative effects on health.
Common Mistake
'Negative about' something. Opposite of 'positive'.
Usage Tip
Discuss negative impacts objectively in essays.
Collocations
negative effectnegative impactnegative attitudenegative consequences
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