Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

positively-charged

adjective
/ˈpɒzɪtɪvli tʃɑrdʒd/
Definition
Having a net positive electric charge.
Examples
  • The positively-charged ion attracted the electrons in the solution.
  • In a circuit, positively-charged particles flow towards the negative terminal.
  • Positively-charged molecules tend to interact differently compared to their neutral counterparts.
Meaning
Refers to a particle or an ion that has more protons than electrons, resulting in a positive electrical charge.
Synonyms
  • Positive
  • Electron-deficient
  • Cationic