promotive

adjective

pro·​mo·​tive prə-ˈmō-tiv 

: tending or serving to promote

measures promotive of good health

promotiveness noun

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web

Not only do leaders prefer promotive voice (i.e., positive suggestions) far more than the prohibitive type (i.e., feedback that highlights shortcomings), but their views of employees may vary depending on the voice contributions these latter ones make. —Caterina Bulgarella, Forbes, 24 June 2021

Despite senior leaders’ expectations, failure to use promotive input in the context of a dialogue about equality and inclusion may not be authority-defying but reflect the dynamics of the change at stake. —Caterina Bulgarella, Forbes, 24 June 2021

Word History

First Known Use

1523, in the meaning defined above