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1. constructive

adjective. ['kənˈstrʌktɪv'] constructing or tending to construct or improve or promote development.

Etymology

  • -ive (English)
  • -if (Anglo-Norman)
  • construct (English)
  • construo (Latin)

Rhymes with Constructive

  • superconductive
  • photoconductive
  • nonproductive
  • unproductive
  • reproductive
  • obstructive
  • instructive
  • destructive
  • conductive
  • seductive
  • productive

How do you pronounce constructive?

Pronounce constructive as kənˈstrəktɪv.

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2. constructive-metabolic

adjective. of or relating to anabolism.

Synonyms

3. constructive

adjective. ['kənˈstrʌktɪv'] emphasizing what is laudable or hopeful or to the good.

Antonyms

Etymology

  • -ive (English)
  • -if (Anglo-Norman)
  • construct (English)
  • construo (Latin)