1. negativity(n = noun.linkdef) negativeness - the character of the negative electric pole;
is a kind of polarity, sign
Antonym: positivity
2. negativity(n = noun.attribute) negativeness, negativism - characterized by habitual skepticism and a disagreeable tendency to deny or oppose or resist suggestions or commands;
is a kind of quality
Antonym: positivity
Derived form adjective negative1
3. negativity(n = noun.attribute) negativeness - an amount less than zero;
is a kind of amount
Antonym: positivity
4. negativity(n = noun.attribute) electronegativity - (chemistry) the tendency of an atom or radical to attract electrons in the formation of an ionic bond;
is a kind of inclination, tendency
The quality or state of being negative. [1913 Webster]