positive feedback

noun

: feedback that tends to magnify a process or increase its output

Examples of positive feedback in a Sentence

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Ditto says the decision was influenced by positive feedback from the community. Emily Lapointe, Outside Online, 5 Feb. 2025 Lowe said his bill has gotten positive feedback from legislators on both sides of the aisle. Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Jan. 2025 This creates a positive feedback loop that benefits both the giver and the recipient. Allbusiness, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024 Despite the positive feedback, Sanchez also received further criticism for her inauguration fashion choice on the post. Kristen Waggoner, Newsweek, 22 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for positive feedback 

Word History

First Known Use

1934, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of positive feedback was in 1934

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“Positive feedback.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/positive%20feedback. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.

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