productive
adjective
Simple meaning
Yielding good or useful results.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
pruhduhktivSay the bold part a little louder.
IPA pronunciation (US)
pɹəˈdʌktɪv
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Definition
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adjective
Producing or capable of producing (especially abundantly)
Capable of producing something, especially in abundance; fertile.
Yielding good or useful results; constructive.
Of, or relating to the creation of goods or services.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
- Frequency
- Common
- Typical Use
- Everyday English
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This meaning: Producing or capable of producing (especially abundantly)
Used this way, productive is a reasonably familiar word with a clearly warm, approving pull. It suits reflective writing more than quick conversation.
- Emotional tone
- Positive
- Formality
- Slightly formal
- Intensity
- Gentle
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Rich and abundant
- Usage feel
- Reflective and slightly elevated
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The quality of being productive or having the power to produce.
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Synonyms
Sense: producing or capable of producing (especially abundantly)
Antonyms
Sense: producing or capable of producing (especially abundantly)
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