constructive

adjective
UK: /kənˈstrʌktɪv/
US: /kənˈstrʌktɪv/

  1. Having a useful and helpful effect rather than being negative or without purpose.

    1. We had a very constructive meeting about the project.
    2. The feedback from the team was constructive and helped improve the final presentation.

  2. Helping to develop or improve something; promoting improvement.

    1. He tried to offer constructive criticism to his friend.
    2. The company's focus on constructive dialogue led to innovative solutions and increased employee satisfaction.

Synonyms

productive positive practical useful helpful
constructive adverb

  1. In a way that is useful or helpful; with the intention of improving something.

    1. Think constructively about how to solve the problem.
    2. She offered her opinions constructively, ensuring her colleague felt supported and valued.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "constructive" in English means: Having a useful and helpful effect rather than being negative or without purpose., Helping to develop or improve something; promoting improvement..

The phonetic transcription of "constructive" is /kənˈstrʌktɪv/ in British English and /kənˈstrʌktɪv/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "constructive": productive, positive, practical, useful, helpful.

Example usage of "constructive": "We had a very constructive meeting about the project.". More examples on the page.