Definitions for constructive
kənˈstrʌk tɪvcon·struc·tive

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:4.6 / 5 votes

1. constructiveadjective

   constructing or tending to construct or improve or promote development

   "constructive criticism"; "a constructive attitude"; "a constructive philosophy"; "constructive permission"

2. constructiveadjective

   emphasizing what is laudable or hopeful or to the good

   "constructive criticism"

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1. Constructiveadjective

   helpful; promoting improvement; intended to help; as, constructive criticism; constructive suggestions. Contrasted with destructive.

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. constructiveadjective

   Relating to construction.

2. constructiveadjective

   Carefully considered and meant to be helpful.

3. constructiveadjective

   Imputed by law; created to give legal effect to something for equitable reasons, as with constructive notice or a constructive trust.

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1. Constructive

   Although the general English usage of the adjective constructive is "helping to develop or improve something; helpful to someone, instead of upsetting and negative," as in the phrase "constructive criticism," in legal writing constructive has a different meaning.

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1. constructive

   Constructive refers to something that is helpful or beneficial, often contributing to progress, improvement, or the achievement of a specific goal. It can also refer to a way of expressing opinions or criticism in a positive manner that encourages development, growth or positive change. In mathematics or logic, constructive refers to theories or methods that prove the existence of a mathematical object by creating or providing a method for creating it.

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1. Constructiveadjective

   having ability to construct or form; employed in construction; as, to exhibit constructive power

2. Constructiveadjective

   derived from, or depending on, construction or interpretation; not directly expressed, but inferred

3. Etymology: [Cf. F. constructif.]

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1. constructive

   Accurate, specific and responsible feedback to enable accurate solidarity, cohesion, improvement, stability, unity and teamwork.

   Constructive feedback is always welcomed when it's given with love, empathy and understanding.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on March 22, 2020  

How to pronounce constructive?

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How to say constructive in sign language?

Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of constructive in Chaldean Numerology is: 4

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of constructive in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7

Examples of constructive in a Sentence

1. John Kasich:

   My job is to be a voice that's constructive, i'm not really interested in running for political office again. I'm interested in being a voice that can help bring the country together again.

2. Dennis Santiago:

   The thing is, technology is amoral; anyone can use it, cancel culture is merely another form of an advertising campaign that is using these platforms for destructive versus constructive purposes.

3. Michael Brandwein:

   Play is one of the most important ways that young people of all ages develop, so long as your summer agenda challenges them to socialize and talk about it in a constructive way, they won't need camp to have a good time at all.

4. Ryan Todd:

   Increased hedging activity is a sign these firms view the outlook for the market as constructive enough to put down some protection - in a way it is almost a necessary pre-cursor to a pick-up in spending and/or production, once the value of futures contracts used for hedging moves back into a range that's reasonable, it presents an opportunity to lock in cashflow ahead of when lenders revisit the revolvers the E&P firms have in place. Having a strong outlook for the business, even if it does cap the upside, goes a long way in shoring up the risk of a lack of funding.

5. Tong Zhao:

   This visit highlights China's unique influence and makes it easier for China to showcase its potential contribution in helping move the denuclearization diplomacy forward, if China's mediation can prove helpful, it would also help demonstrate the usefulness of China to the United States as a constructive partner over key regional issues.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=constructive
2. ^ GCIDE
   https://gcide.gnu.org.ua/?q=constructive
3. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Constructive
4. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Constructive
5. ^ ChatGPT
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6. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/constructive