unconstructive
|un-con-struc-tive|
C1
/ˌʌnkənˈstrʌktɪv/
(constructive)
building up
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unconstructive' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'constructive', which comes from Latin 'constructivus', where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'struere' meant 'to build'.
Historical Evolution
'constructivus' transformed into the English word 'constructive', and with the addition of the prefix 'un-', it became 'unconstructive'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'constructive' meant 'to build together', and 'unconstructive' evolved to mean 'not building or improving'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not serving to build or improve; lacking positive or helpful qualities.
His unconstructive criticism did not help the team.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45