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- [kuh n-struhk-tiv]
- /kənˈstrʌk tɪv/
- /kənˈstrʌk.tɪv/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [kuh n-struhk-tiv]
- /kənˈstrʌk tɪv/
Definitions of constructively word
- adjective constructively helping to improve; promoting further development or advancement (opposed to destructive): constructive criticism. 1
- adjective constructively of, relating to, or of the nature of construction; structural. 1
- adjective constructively deduced by inference or interpretation; inferential: constructive permission. 1
- adjective constructively Law. denoting an act or condition not directly expressed but inferred from other acts or conditions. 1
- noun constructively In a constructive manner. 1
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Origin of constructively
First appearance:
before 1670 One of the 47% oldest English words
1670-80; < Medieval Latin constrūctīvus, equivalent to Latin constrūct(us) (see construct) + īvus -ive
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Parts of speech for Constructively
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constructively popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 69% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 61% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
constructively usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for constructively
adv constructively
- kindly — having, showing, or proceeding from a benevolent disposition or spirit; kindhearted: kindly people.
- effectively — adequate to accomplish a purpose; producing the intended or expected result: effective teaching methods; effective steps toward peace.
- profitably — yielding profit; remunerative: a profitable deal.
- advantageously — providing an advantage; furnishing convenience or opportunity; favorable; profitable; useful; beneficial: an advantageous position; an advantageous treaty.
- beneficially — conferring benefit; advantageous; helpful: the beneficial effect of sunshine.
adverb constructively
- unuseful — being of use or service; serving some purpose; advantageous, helpful, or of good effect: a useful member of society.
- helpfully — giving or rendering aid or assistance; of service: Your comments were very helpful.
- fruitfully — producing good results; beneficial; profitable: fruitful investigations.
- positively — with certainty; absolutely: The statement is positively true.
- practically — in effect; virtually: It is practically useless to protest.
Antonyms for constructively
adverb constructively
- helpful — giving or rendering aid or assistance; of service: Your comments were very helpful.
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