Both Uses of
positive
in
The Hound of the Baskervilles
- I did not positively say so.
Chpt 3 *positively = with certainty
- There is a dry glitter in his eyes, and a firm set of his thin lips, which goes with a positive and possibly a harsh nature.
Chpt 8positive = certain
Definition:
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(positive as in: I'm absolutely positive!) certain (having no doubt; or used for emphasis)