Constructive meaning

What does “constructive” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“constructive” is an adjective with 2 meanings. Its most common meaning is: constructing or tending to construct or improve or promote development.

constructive

adjective

constructing or tending to construct or improve or promote development
“constructive criticism”
“a constructive attitude”
Oppositesdestructive
emphasizing what is laudable or hopeful or to the good
“constructive criticism”

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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