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positive outcome

positive outcome

9 3.6
A result that is good or wanted
  • noun
translation icon : resultado positivo
  • Whatever changes develop in the distribution of health care, a positive outcome is by no means automatic.
  • result in positive outcomes
  • yield positive outcomes
  • promote positive outcomes

So there, there appears to possibly be some sort of positive outcome coming from this.

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Examples

  • Participation in this event could yield positive outcomes for my future.

    Academic text (2008)
  • The supportive nature of group intervention may provide an additional positive outcome for at-risk parents.

    Academic text (1998)
  • According to my research, it might have taken that long for me to get some sort of positive outcome with respect to my efforts.

  • I do wish you a positive outcome in the trial.

  • You can take charge of your health and have a positive outcome just like I did.

  • We know from studies of gifted families that certain practices can yield powerful positive outcomes for students.

    Academic text (1997)
  • The magnet school has been one positive outcome of that trend.

    Academic text (1999)
  • Clear evidence from teachers has continued to reaffirm the positive outcomes of regularly incorporating active learning strategies in classes.

    Academic text (2015)
  • During this time, a number of positive outcomes (both anticipated and serendipitous) have been noticed.

    Academic text (2011)
  • I do wish you a positive outcome in the trial.

Synonyms

result
vspositive outcome
1.0

The outcome of an action or event

is a desirable or favorable consequence rather than a neutral one
success
vspositive outcome
1.0

Getting what you want after working hard

is any favorable consequence whether achieved intentionally or accidentally
outcome
vspositive outcome
770 2.1

The result of an action or event

is a favorable version of that effect rather than any effect
happy ending
vspositive outcome
108 1.7

A good finish to a story where things turn out well

is a favorable result used across many situations, not only plots
good ending
vspositive outcome
4 1.7

A positive final part of a story or event that makes you feel satisfied

is a general favorable result not limited to final conclusions

Antonyms

557 1.3

Not reaching what was planned or expected

How Bad

at worst
35 3.6
at best
123 3.5
positive outcome
9 3.6

Surface Forms

Morphology

positive + outcome

The phrase is a straightforward adjective + noun composition where 'positive' (favorable) directly modifies 'outcome' (result), so the overall meaning 'a favorable result' is transparently derived from the constituents. This compositional pattern is common across languages and follows standard English grammar, so a B1 learner who knows both words will readily understand it.

Etymology

Positive outcome joins positive (good) and outcome (what comes out at the end). Think of planting a seed and getting a healthy plant: the plant is the outcome, and because it is good it is a positive outcome, so the phrase means 'a good result'.