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. Nikki Haley:

   Russia is on an island, and they now have to decide whether they're going to stay on an island and lose anyone that's willing to work with them, or whether they're going to come back -- and not lose face -- and actually try and do something constructive.

2. Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras:

   Our intention is to implement this decision in a constructive way in a way that will help Greece to overcome the crisis and Europe to overcome the crisis.

3. Wang Yi:

   Of course, there is a development process for the Belt and Road. You can't get there in one step, and it's unavoidable it will cause some worries during its development. So we welcome all sides to come up with constructive suggestions.

4. Toni Bernhard:

   If you spend your time denying where you are and being angry about it, it keeps you from taking constructive steps to make things better for yourself.

5. Louise Martin:

   The CGF and the entire Commonwealth Sport Movement are delighted India has confirmed their intent to participate at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games... following a useful and constructive CGF visit to India in November, we felt confident and reassured that the athletes and sports community of India places huge value and importance on Commonwealth Games.

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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