Positive words are powerful tools that can help us to improve our writing, reduce stress, increase our self-esteem, motivate others and promote a positive attitude around us.

We are going to look at positive words and how we can use them by looking at some examples of them being used in a sentence. You will also see a comprehensive list of positive words which you can then apply to your day-to-day speech and writing.

What Is A Positive Word?

A positive word is a word which has a positive meaning or imposes a positive meaning on an existing word. For example. if you take the sentence ‘this is a cake’ but you wanted to convey that the cake was really good, you could use a positive word to imply that. The sentence would then look like this ‘this is an amazing cake.’

More often than not these words are likely to be adjectives but this isn’t a rule that is set in stone. For example, a positive noun could be ‘achiever’ which means someone who achieves. In a sentence, it might sound something like this ‘Stan was a real achiever in everything he did.’ Positive words can enrich a sentence by enhancing the positive meaning behind it and enabling the speaker to express how good something is. These words can produce an uplifting effect on the sentence in which they are used.

Here is a detailed list of some of the most common positive words you can use in the English language.

  • Adaptable
  • Adventurous
  • Amazing
  • Amiable
  • Beautiful
  • Becoming
  • Beloved
  • Blessed
  • Blissful
  • Brotherly
  • Calming
  • Captivating
  • Charming
  • Cherished
  • Comforting
  • Compelling
  • Considerable
  • Credible
  • Dapper
  • Darling
  • Delicious
  • Delightful
  • Dependable
  • Desirable
  • Dreamy
  • Durable
  • Elegant
  • Empowering
  • Enchanting
  • Endearing
  • Energizing
  • Enjoyable
  • Enlightening
  • Exceptional
  • Fabulous
  • Fancy
  • Fantastic
  • Fashionable
  • Faultless
  • Fetching
  • Flourishing
  • Formidable
  • Fulfilling
  • Funny
  • Generous
  • Gifted
  • Glamorous
  • Gleaming
  • Glowing
  • Godly
  • Gracious
  • Gratifying
  • Happening
  • Harmonious
  • Heavenly
  • Honourable
  • Ideal
  • Important
  • Incredible
  • Indispensable
  • Indisputable
  • Influential
  • Inspiring
  • Interesting
  • Irresistible
  • Joyful
  • Jolly
  • Jovial
  • Kindly
  • Kingly
  • Leading
  • Legendary
  • Liberating
  • Likeable
  • Lordly
  • Lovable
  • Luscious
  • Luxurious
  • Magical
  • Majestic
  • Memorable
  • Mesmerizing
  • Mighty
  • Miraculous
  • Motivational
  • Nifty
  • Obliging
  • Optimal
  • Original
  • Out of this world
  • Outgoing
  • Palatable
  • Paramount
  • Peaceful
  • Peachy
  • Perfect
  • Phenomenal
  • Picturesque
  • Pleasant
  • Pleasing
  • Pleasurable
  • Positive
  • Powerful
  • Praiseworthy
  • Precious
  • Prestigious
  • Prizewinning
  • Promising
  • Quality
  • Radiant
  • Reasonable
  • Refreshing
  • Reliable
  • Respectable
  • Revolutionary
  • Rewarding
  • Rousing
  • Saintly
  • Salubrious
  • Satisfying
  • Scrumptious
  • Sensational
  • Sexy
  • Shiny
  • Showy
  • Smashing
  • Soothing
  • Sought-after
  • Spectacular
  • Spiffy
  • Stimulating
  • Striking
  • Stunning
  • Stupendous
  • Superb
  • Supreme
  • Swanky
  • Tasteful
  • Tasty
  • Terrific
  • Thrilling
  • Titillating
  • Tremendous
  • Trusty
  • Ultimate
  • Unbelievable
  • Uplifting
  • Useful
  • Valuable
  • Vibrant

Positive Words Examples

Now we are going to take a look at how positive words can be used in a sentence.

Here are some sentences which feature positive words, all of which will be highlighted in bold.

  • I just saw an awesome movie.
  • He is an incredible artist.
  • There are some beautiful flowers down by the lake this spring.
  • Have you tried those delicious cakes?
  • I just met a guy who was absolutely gorgeous.
  • I am moving to a very affluent part of town.
  • She has a very bubbly personality that’s why everyone thinks she is great.
  • There is an exquisite dish on the menu at this restaurant.
  • My father is a very generous man.
  • I have a dress which always makes me look very glamorous.
  • My boyfriend is delightfully handsome.
  • She wore a dazzling outfit to the party last night,
  • The theme park was really spectacular.
  • The new job is favorable over the old one.
  • I am going to a fabulous exhibition this weekend.
  • I had a joyful feeling when I thought about Christmas.
  • The book I have just read was truly outstanding.
  • I have found the perfect pair of shoes for my wedding day.
  • We are booking a holiday which is simply ideal for us.
  • The child was a remarkable scientist for someone her age.
  • I just caught a splendid performance of ‘Rigoletto.’
  • Did you see that amazing documentary about penguins on Thursday?
  • David is a very amiable gentleman.
  • My son’s new girlfriend is extremely likeable.
  • The dance we attended was entirely charming, just like the woman who organised it.
  • He has a gregarious nature.
  • My new neighbour is a very considerate one.
  • I met an exceptionally bright young woman last week.
  • This little rabbit is just adorable.
  • My grandfather was the most beloved member of our family.
  • We spent a day at a very blissful day spa.
  • The teacher we had that day was very charismatic.
  • This is my cherished necklace, brought for me by my late husband.
  • The pop star was dreamy in the eyes of the teenage girls.
  • There was an exciting adventure which was about to take place.
  • The ballet dancer had a graceful quality about her.
  • The perfume I brought smelled heavenly
  • My daughter looked angelic on her school photo.
  • The man did a lot of rock climbing and sky-diving, he was very adventurous.
  • She wore a very becoming dress to the gala.
  • The hotel has a very comforting feel to it.
  • I find yoga to be extremely calming and peaceful.
  • The lesson we listened to was very captivating.
  • We ate a truly terrific meal on the cruise ship.

Nice, Kind, and Positive Words to Describe a Person

  • Affable – friendly and easy to talk to
  • Amiable – having a pleasant and friendly disposition
  • Benevolent – showing kindness and goodwill
  • Bright – intelligent and quick-witted
  • Cheerful – happy and optimistic
  • Compassionate – showing sympathy and concern for others
  • Confident – self-assured and self-reliant
  • Cooperative – willing to work together with others
  • Courteous – polite and respectful
  • Creative – imaginative and innovative
  • Delightful – causing pleasure and enjoyment
  • Dependable – reliable and trustworthy
  • Determined – having a strong sense of purpose
  • Empathetic – able to understand and share the feelings of others
  • Enthusiastic – full of energy and excitement
  • Forgiving – willing to pardon others
  • Friendly – kind and sociable
  • Generous – willing to give freely
  • Gentle – having a mild and kind nature
  • Genuine – sincere and authentic
  • Gracious – displaying kindness and good manners
  • Happy – content and joyful
  • Helpful – offering assistance to others
  • Honest – truthful and sincere
  • Humble – modest and unassuming
  • Imaginative – having a creative and inventive mind
  • Joyful – filled with joy and happiness
  • Kind – considerate and compassionate
  • Loving – displaying affection and care
  • Loyal – faithful and committed
  • Merciful – showing compassion and forgiveness
  • Optimistic – having a positive outlook on life
  • Patient – able to remain calm and wait without becoming annoyed
  • Persevering – determined to continue despite obstacles
  • Pleasant – enjoyable and agreeable
  • Polite – having good manners and etiquette
  • Positive – hopeful and confident
  • Reliable – trustworthy and dependable
  • Respectful – showing consideration and regard for others
  • Sensitive – aware and responsive to the needs and feelings of others
  • Sincere – genuine and honest
  • Smart – intelligent and knowledgeable
  • Supportive – providing encouragement and assistance
  • Sympathetic – expressing concern and understanding
  • Thoughtful – considerate and reflective
  • Trusting – having faith in others
  • Understanding – able to comprehend and empathize with others

Good Words that Are Positive to Brighten Your Mood

  • Serenity – the state of being calm and peaceful
  • Bliss – a state of extreme happiness
  • Euphoria – a feeling of intense joy and pleasure
  • Jubilant – feeling or expressing great joy and triumph
  • Radiant – shining brightly, full of light and energy
  • Exhilarated – feeling very happy and excited
  • Optimistic – having a positive outlook on life
  • Grateful – feeling thankful and appreciative
  • Enthusiastic – having or showing great excitement and interest
  • Confident – having faith in oneself and one’s abilities
  • Ecstatic – feeling intense and overwhelming happiness
  • Joyful – feeling great happiness and delight
  • Hopeful – feeling optimistic about the future
  • Content – feeling satisfied and happy with what one has
  • Inspired – feeling motivated and energized to create or achieve something
  • Vibrant – full of energy and vitality
  • Radiant – shining brightly, full of light and energy
  • Upbeat – cheerful and optimistic
  • Elated – feeling extremely happy and excited
  • Flourishing – thriving and growing in a positive way
  • Refreshed – feeling reinvigorated and renewed
  • Tranquil – peaceful and calm
  • Charismatic – having an attractive and charming personality
  • Enchanted – captivated and delighted by something
  • Fascinated – extremely interested and curious
  • Glowing – feeling happy and content from within
  • Serendipitous – occurring by chance in a happy and beneficial way
  • Thrilled – feeling extremely excited and happy
  • Vital – full of energy and enthusiasm
  • Zestful – having great enthusiasm and energy

Positive and Uplifting Words to Lift Your Spirits

  • Empowered – feeling confident and in control of one’s life
  • Courageous – having the bravery to face challenges and adversity
  • Resilient – able to bounce back and recover from difficult situations
  • Motivated – feeling driven and inspired to achieve one’s goals
  • Tenacious – persistent and determined in pursuing one’s objectives
  • Strong – possessing physical, mental, or emotional strength and resilience
  • Confident – having trust and belief in oneself and one’s abilities
  • Radiant – shining brightly and projecting positivity
  • Vibrant – full of life and energy
  • Grateful – feeling thankful and appreciative for what one has
  • Joyful – feeling great happiness and delight
  • Optimistic – having a positive outlook on life
  • Upbeat – cheerful and optimistic
  • Inspired – feeling motivated and energized to create or achieve something
  • Passionate – having strong emotions and enthusiasm towards something
  • Fulfilled – feeling satisfied and content with one’s life and achievements
  • Empathetic – able to understand and share the feelings of others
  • Compassionate – feeling concern and care for others’ well-being
  • Humorous – able to find humor and laughter in situations
  • Hopeful – feeling optimistic and confident about the future
  • Enthusiastic – having or showing great excitement and interest
  • Respected – valued and admired by others
  • Trustworthy – reliable and dependable in keeping one’s promises
  • Accomplished – having achieved success and accomplishments
  • Proud – feeling proud and satisfied with one’s achievements and progress
  • Creative – having the ability to produce and express new and innovative ideas
  • Refreshed – feeling reinvigorated and renewed
  • Serene – peaceful and calm
  • Charismatic – having an attractive and charming personality
  • Enchanted – captivated and delighted by something

Positive Words to Uplift and Motivate You and Others

Powerful and Kind Words to Uplift Your Mind

  • Love
  • Joy
  • Peace
  • Gratitude
  • Hope
  • Faith
  • Courage
  • Strength
  • Empowerment
  • Resilience
  • Growth
  • Abundance
  • Blessing
  • Inspiration
  • Enlightenment
  • Freedom
  • Liberation
  • Harmony
  • Unity
  • Acceptance
  • Forgiveness
  • Compassion
  • Kindness
  • Generosity
  • Authenticity
  • Creativity
  • Imagination
  • Innovation
  • Progress
  • Achievement
  • Success
  • Confidence
  • Self-love
  • Self-care
  • Self-improvement
  • Self-esteem
  • Positivity
  • Graciousness
  • Humility
  • Patience
  • Perseverance
  • Endurance
  • Dedication
  • Passion
  • Determination
  • Ambition
  • Excellence
  • Empathy
  • Trust
  • Unity

Kind and Nice Words to Compliment Others

  • Beautiful
  • Handsome
  • Cute
  • Gorgeous
  • Lovely
  • Stunning
  • Dashing
  • Attractive
  • Radiant
  • Charming
  • Elegant
  • Classy
  • Stylish
  • Fashionable
  • Trendy
  • Smart
  • Intelligent
  • Creative
  • Imaginative
  • Innovative
  • Resourceful
  • Productive
  • Accomplished
  • Skilled
  • Talented
  • Gifted
  • Amazing
  • Wonderful
  • Fantastic
  • Fabulous
  • Marvelous
  • Impressive
  • Remarkable
  • Exceptional
  • Outstanding
  • Phenomenal
  • Incredible
  • Inspiring
  • Motivating
  • Encouraging
  • Supportive
  • Caring
  • Thoughtful
  • Kind-hearted
  • Compassionate
  • Generous
  • Helpful
  • Reliable
  • Trustworthy
  • Loyal

Motivational and Compliment Words to Encourage Yourself

  • Strong
  • Capable
  • Confident
  • Courageous
  • Brave
  • Resilient
  • Persevering
  • Enduring
  • Persistent
  • Focused
  • Determined
  • Ambitious
  • Dedicated
  • Motivated
  • Driven
  • Passionate
  • Committed
  • Disciplined
  • Empowered
  • Inspired
  • Resourceful
  • Innovative
  • Creative
  • Imaginative
  • Productive
  • Organized
  • Efficient
  • Effective
  • Skilled
  • Talented
  • Confident
  • Optimistic
  • Positive
  • Hopeful
  • Enthusiastic
  • Energetic
  • Vibrant
  • Radiant
  • Flourishing
  • Accomplished
  • Successful
  • Victorious
  • Triumphant
  • Unstoppable
  • Invincible
  • Limitless
  • Empowered
  • Grateful
  • Blessed
  • Worthy

Positive and Happy Words to Boost Positive Thinking

  • Joyful
  • Happy
  • Cheerful
  • Radiant
  • Delighted
  • Thrilled
  • Ecstatic
  • Enchanted
  • Blissful
  • Elated
  • Excited
  • Grateful
  • Thankful
  • Content
  • Fulfilled
  • Satisfied
  • Pleased
  • Serene
  • Tranquil
  • Calm
  • Peaceful
  • Relaxed
  • Refreshed
  • Renewed
  • Rejuvenated
  • Energized
  • Invigorated
  • Enthusiastic
  • Optimistic
  • Positive
  • Hopeful
  • Confident
  • Strong
  • Empowered
  • Inspired
  • Motivated
  • Determined
  • Persistent
  • Resilient
  • Courageous
  • Brave
  • Bold
  • Creative
  • Imaginative
  • Innovative
  • Resourceful
  • Trustworthy
  • Loving
  • Compassionate
  • Kind-hearted

Positive and Inspirational Words to Help Through Difficulties

  • Courage
  • Strength
  • Resilience
  • Perseverance
  • Endurance
  • Patience
  • Trust
  • Faith
  • Hope
  • Optimism
  • Positivity
  • Determination
  • Persistence
  • Dedication
  • Commitment
  • Focus
  • Clarity
  • Wisdom
  • Insight
  • Understanding
  • Acceptance
  • Forgiveness
  • Healing
  • Transformation
  • Growth
  • Development
  • Progress
  • Empowerment
  • Self-love
  • Self-care
  • Self-improvement
  • Self-esteem
  • Confidence
  • Inspiration
  • Motivation
  • Encouragement
  • Support
  • Kindness
  • Compassion
  • Gratitude
  • Appreciation
  • Generosity
  • Respected
  • Acknowledged
  • Honored
  • Valued
  • Loved
  • Cherished
  • Empathy
  • Unity