productive
adjective
pro·duc·tive prə-ˈdək-tiv 
prō-
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
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a
: 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
productively adverb
productiveness noun
Synonyms
- constructive
- formative
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Example Sentences
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 Will Davis, the university’s vice president of institutional research, released a statement Monday saying negotiations were ongoing and productive, but would not take any questions. Jessie Molloy, Chicago Tribune, 12 Sep. 2022 Now, Deere aims to extend its dominance to software to make those machines—and agriculture—more efficient and productive. Bob Tita, WSJ, 11 Sep. 2022 During a long and productive old age, the Queen, who died at age 96 on Sept. 8, projected stability and coziness. Richard Jerome, Peoplemag, 9 Sep. 2022 But if Parker can stay healthy, consistent, and productive, his addition would prove to be valuable within New England’s passing attack. Nicole Yang, BostonGlobe.com, 8 Sep. 2022 Matt Henningsen was dependable, dedicated and productive during three-plus seasons on Wisconsin’s defensive line. Jeff Potrykus, Journal Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2022 Against this schedule, BYU’s path to winning starts with keeping Hall healthy and productive. Kevin Reynolds, The Salt Lake Tribune, 31 Aug. 2022 Being able to customize schedules and locations to the most convenient and productive option, individualized to each employee’s needs and preferences, is the definition of flexible work. Holger Reisinger, Fortune, 29 Aug. 2022 In an ideal work environment, HR wants to ensure that their employees are safe and productive by regularly reaching out to them for feedback about issues and concerns occurring in the workplace. Claire Schmidt, Forbes, 25 Aug. 2022 See More
Jessie Molloy, Chicago Tribune, 12 Sep. 2022 Now, Deere aims to extend its dominance to software to make those machines—and agriculture—more efficient and productive. Bob Tita, WSJ, 11 Sep. 2022 During a long and productive old age, the Queen, who died at age 96 on Sept. 8, projected stability and coziness. Richard Jerome, Peoplemag, 9 Sep. 2022 But if Parker can stay healthy, consistent, and productive, his addition would prove to be valuable within New England’s passing attack. Nicole Yang, BostonGlobe.com, 8 Sep. 2022 Matt Henningsen was dependable, dedicated and productive during three-plus seasons on Wisconsin’s defensive line. Jeff Potrykus, Journal Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2022 Against this schedule, BYU’s path to winning starts with keeping Hall healthy and productive. Kevin Reynolds, The Salt Lake Tribune, 31 Aug. 2022 Being able to customize schedules and locations to the most convenient and productive option, individualized to each employee’s needs and preferences, is the definition of flexible work. Holger Reisinger, Fortune, 29 Aug. 2022 In an ideal work environment, HR wants to ensure that their employees are safe and productive by regularly reaching out to them for feedback about issues and concerns occurring in the workplace. Claire Schmidt, Forbes, 25 Aug. 2022 See More Word History
First Known Use
1612, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Phrases Containing productive
Kids Definition
productive
adjective
pro·duc·tive prə-ˈdək-tiv
1
: having the power to yield in large amounts
productive soil
2
: producing well
I'm most productive in the morning.
Medical Definition
productive
adjective
pro·duc·tive prə-ˈdək-tiv, prō-
: raising mucus or sputum (as from the bronchi)
a productive cough
productive
adjective
1
as in creative
having a role in deciding something's final form contributed several productive ideas to the project Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
- creative
- constructive
- formative
- causal
- influential
- consequential
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- unproductive
- nonproductive
- nonconstructive
2
as in prolific
producing abundantly overfishing has depleted the stock of fish in these waters, which were once so productive Synonyms & Similar Words
- prolific
- fertile
- fruitful
- rich
- creative
- fecund
- generative
- producing
- inventive
- abundant
- lush
- plentiful
- generous
- fructuous
- luxuriant
- cornucopian
- yielding
- bountiful
- bearing
- thriving
- fat
- liberal
- flourishing
- copious
- abounding
- teeming
- blooming
- swarming
- original
- plenteous
- bursting
- plenitudinous
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- unproductive
- sterile
- dead
- barren
- unfruitful
- infertile
- unfertile
- meager
- sparse
- spare
- scanty
- scant
- meagre
- skimpy
- skimp
3
as in efficient
producing or capable of producing a desired result panicking during a crisis is not productive behavior Synonyms & Similar Words
- efficient
- effective
- potent
- fruitful
- adequate
- efficacious
- effectual
- useful
- operative
- practical
- capable
- practiced
- competent
- skilled
- proficient
- convincing
- adept
- experienced
- accomplished
- active
- skillful
- cogent
- feasible
- expert
- dynamic
- practicable
- hyperefficient
- useable
- working
- valid
- veteran
- usable
- practised
- workable
- functional
- striking
- telling
- realizable
- ultraefficient
- sound
- masterly
- virtuoso
- versed
- killer
- consummate
- applicable
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- unproductive
- useless
- inefficient
- ineffective
- fruitless
- ineffectual
- counterproductive
- incapable
- inoperative
- incompetent
- unskilled
- unfruitful
- inexperienced
- vain
- futile
- idle
- unqualified
- unsuccessful
- empty
- abortive
- unprofitable
- hollow
- pointless
- worthless
- unskillful
- inexpert
- unseasoned
- inoperative
- bootless
- unavailing
- take someone unawares
- take someone under one's wing
- take someone's breath away
- take someone's call
- take someone's fancy
- take someone's life
- take someone's measure
- take someone's part
- take someone's pulse
- take someone's side
- take someone's temperature
- take someone's word for it
- take something as a sign
- take something as given
- take something as read
- take something by storm
- take something for what it's worth
- take something in good part
- take something in one's stride
- take something in stride
- take something into consideration
- take something into one's hands
- take something into one's own hands
- take something lying down
- take something on board