constructive

adjective

kən-ˈstrək-tiv How to pronounce constructive (audio)
Definition of constructivenext
as in creative
having a role in deciding something's final form his experiences as an exchange student played a constructive part in the course that his life would take

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Recent Examples of constructive That resilience is also keeping Varadhan constructive on credit. — Yun Li, CNBC, 10 Aug. 2026 Then decide whether contacting the other woman serves a constructive purpose. — Jann Blackstone, Boston Herald, 9 Aug. 2026 Are these designers really spending weeks on this show with no constructive criticism at all? — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 7 Aug. 2026 Howard brought claims for breach of fiduciary duty, constructive fraud and fraudulent misrepresentation against CAA. — Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 4 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for constructive
Recent Examples of Synonyms for constructive
  1. creative
  2. productive
Adjective
  • Gager stepped down from his role in 2017, but his creative streak remains strong.
    — Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 21 Aug. 2026
  • At the new Artistry in Action area at University and Tasso, artists and instructors from the Pacific Art League will take visitors through the creative process — with questions welcome.
    — Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of creative
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  • Genuine career success demands 'productive unsafety,' embracing vulnerability and uncertainty.
    — Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Pick produce promptly to keep plants productive and flavors at their best.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of productive

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“Constructive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constructive. Accessed 22 Aug. 2026.

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