productive

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pro·duc·tive | \ prə-ˈdək-tiv

, prō- \

Definition of productive

1 : having the quality or power of producing especially in abundance productive fishing waters

2 : effective in bringing about investigating committees have been productive of much good— R. K. Carr

3a : yielding results, benefits, or profits

b : yielding or devoted to the satisfaction of wants or the creation of utilities

4 : continuing to be used in the formation of new words or constructions un- is a productive prefix

5 : raising mucus or sputum (as from the bronchi) a productive cough

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Examples of productive in a Sentence

I had a very productive day. I am most productive in the morning. Some staff members are more productive than others.

Recent Examples on the Web Engaged employees are more loyal, productive and happy. — Jason Hennessey, Forbes, 13 May 2022 Appreciating co-workers’ points of view and understanding their struggles, some executives say, leads to more engaged, happy and productive staff. — Ray A. Smith, WSJ, 10 May 2022 To be certain, the Mets have been successful because Max Scherzer has been a beast, Edwin Díaz is again a lockdown closer, and their lineup has been productive and balanced. — Peter Abraham, BostonGlobe.com, 7 May 2022 Extensive research shows why recess is beneficial: Children are more attentive and productive and perform better cognitively after recess. — Jackie Mader, NBC News, 7 May 2022 After missing the first week of the season because of a groin strain, Ward was so productive and patient in his first eight games that manager Joe Maddon moved the right fielder to the leadoff spot on April 25. — Mike Digiovanna, Los Angeles Times, 5 May 2022 The Cincinnati product is big (6-3, 211 pounds), fast (4.41 seconds in the 40-yard dash), explosive (a 40.5-inch vertical leap) and productive (52 catches, 884 yards, eight touchdowns). — Joel A. Erickson, The Indianapolis Star, 30 Apr. 2022 Until her symptoms began, Walsh was living a full and productive life. — Fox News, 27 Apr. 2022 Two of the 15 SEC players drafted with the 13th pick had especially long and productive NFL careers – John Abraham and Takeo Spikes. — Mark Inabinett | Minabinett@al.com, al, 22 Apr. 2022 See More

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