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constructiveness

[ kənˈstrʌktɪvnɪs ]

Noun

^{Context #1 | Noun}

in discussions

The quality of being helpful and positive in the way that you express your opinions or give suggestions.

Synonyms

helpfulness, positivity, usefulness.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
constructiveness	Suitable when focusing on productive feedback or actions that aim to improve a situation. Her constructiveness in suggesting new methods greatly improved the team's performance The manager appreciated his constructiveness during the meeting
positivity	Best used when referring to a generally optimistic attitude or outlook on life. Her positivity lifted everyone's spirits Positivity in the workplace can enhance overall morale
helpfulness	Used when describing someone who is willing to assist or make things easier for others. Your helpfulness in organizing the event was greatly valued He is known for his helpfulness around the office
usefulness	Focuses on the practical value or effectiveness of something. The usefulness of this tool is undeniable We should assess the usefulness of the new software before purchasing

Examples of usage

I appreciate the constructiveness of your feedback on my project.
Let's try to approach the problem with more constructiveness.

^{Context #2 | Noun}

in relationships

The ability to contribute to the growth and improvement of a situation or a connection between people.

Synonyms

betterment, contribution, enhancement.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
constructiveness	Use this word when referring to the quality of being helpful or useful in developing or improving something. It often applies to feedback or criticism. The constructiveness of her feedback was appreciated by the entire team. His comments had a high level of constructiveness which really helped the project.
contribution	This word is appropriate when referring to something given or provided that helps to make progress or achieve a goal. It usually has a more concrete connotation than the other words. Each member's contribution was vital to the success of the project. We recognize her significant contribution to the company's success.
enhancement	Use this term when talking about making something better or improving its quality, value, or extent. It often applies to skills, products, or features. The new software update includes several performance enhancements. She focused on the enhancement of her presentation skills.
betterment	This word is best suited when discussing improvement in a general sense, especially for the condition of social, economic, or personal well-being. The new policies are aimed at the betterment of the community. He focused on self-betterment through continuous learning.

Examples of usage

Their marriage thrived due to the mutual constructiveness in their communication.
We need to work on the constructiveness of our teamwork.

Translations

Translations of the word "constructiveness" in other languages:

🇵🇹 construtividade

🇮🇳 रचनात्मकता

🇩🇪 Konstruktivität

🇮🇩 konstruktivitas

🇺🇦 конструктивність

🇵🇱 konstruktywność

🇯🇵 建設的 (けんせつてき)

🇫🇷 constructivité

🇪🇸 constructividad

🇹🇷 yapıcılık

🇰🇷 건설적임 (geonseoljeogim)

🇸🇦 بناء (bina')

🇨🇿 konstruktivita

🇸🇰 konstruktívnosť

🇨🇳 建设性 (jiànshè xìng)

🇸🇮 konstruktivnost

🇮🇸 uppbygging

🇰🇿 құрылымдылық

🇬🇪 კონსტრუქციულობა (k'onst'rukts'iuloba)

🇦🇿 konstruktivlik

🇲🇽 constructividad

Etymology

The word 'constructiveness' originated from the verb 'construct', which comes from the Latin word 'constructus', past participle of 'construere' meaning 'to pile up, build, construct'. The suffix '-iveness' is added to form the noun, indicating the quality or state of being constructive. The concept of constructiveness has been emphasized in various fields such as psychology, education, and interpersonal relationships as a key element for positive outcomes and growth.