negativity
nounfeminine/nɨ.ɣɐ.ti.viˈda.dɨ/medium
ne·ga·ti·vi·da·de
Definition
The character or quality of being negative; a tendency to see, highlight, or expect only unfavorable aspects.
The colleague's constant negativity affects the work environment.
We must combat negativity with constructive thoughts.
Common collocations
atmosphere of negativitywave of negativity
Etymology
Do francês 'négativité', por sua vez do latim 'negativus' + sufixo '-idade'.