Positive Similes

A classic or creative simile for Positive - vivid comparisons you can use in writing, essays, and conversation. Browse the full list.

Frequently asked

What does "as positive as" mean?

"As positive as" is a simile - a comparison using "as" to make a quality vivid. When something is "as positive as" something else, the speaker is using the second thing as a familiar example of positiveness, so the reader can picture the quality instead of just reading the word.

How many "as positive as" similes are there?

SimileStack lists 1 simile for Positive. Common ones include "As positive as Scotsman". The full list is on this page.

When should I use a "positive" simile in writing?

Use a "positive" simile when you want the reader to feel positiveness rather than just register the adjective. They work especially well in description, character work, and dialogue, where one well-chosen comparison can do the work of a whole paragraph.

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