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negatives

n. countable
B1 Intermediate US //ˈnɛɡətɪvz// UK //nˈɛɡətˌɪvz// neg·a·tives

n. the bad parts or disadvantages of a situation. You use this when you want to talk about the downsides of something instead of the positives.

n. the disadvantageous or harmful aspects of a situation, proposal, or person. Often used in the plural to contrast with 'positives'.


SIMPLE

We need to look at the negatives before we decide.

CONTEXTUAL

While the new job offers a higher salary, the long commute is one of the major negatives I have to consider.

COMPLEX

A balanced analysis of the policy must weigh the immediate economic negatives against the potential for long-term social stability and growth.

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Commonly used in the plural form when discussing pros and cons.

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