Constructive: meaning, definitions and examples

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constructive

[ kənˈstrʌktɪv ]

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feedback

Having a positive or helpful effect rather than being critical or unhelpful.

Synonyms

beneficial, helpful, positive, productive

Examples of usage

The manager provided constructive feedback to help the employee improve.
Let's focus on finding constructive solutions to the problem.

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criticism

Serving a useful purpose; tending to build up.

Synonyms

beneficial, positive, supportive, useful

Examples of usage

He appreciated her constructive criticism as it helped him grow professionally.
The constructive suggestions from the team members were valuable.

Translations

Translations of the word "constructive" in other languages:

🇵🇹 construtivo

🇮🇳 रचनात्मक (rachanatmak)

🇩🇪 konstruktiv

🇮🇩 konstruktif

🇺🇦 конструктивний

🇵🇱 konstruktywny

🇯🇵 建設的な (kensetsuteki na)

🇫🇷 constructif

🇪🇸 constructivo

🇹🇷 yapıcı

🇰🇷 건설적인 (geonseoljeogin)

🇸🇦 بَنَّاء (bannāʼ)

🇨🇿 konstruktivní

🇸🇰 konštruktívny

🇨🇳 建设性的 (jiànshè xìng de)

🇸🇮 konstruktiven

🇮🇸 uppbyggilegur

🇰🇿 құрылымды (qurylýmdy)

🇬🇪 კონსტრუქციული (konstrukt'iuli)

🇦🇿 konstruktiv

🇲🇽 constructivo

Word origin

The word 'constructive' originated in the late 17th century from the Latin word 'constructivus', meaning 'devising, constructing'. It evolved over time to represent the idea of building or creating something useful or positive. The term is commonly used in various contexts, especially in feedback, criticism, and problem-solving.