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unproductive-centered

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/ˌʌnprəˈdʌktɪv ˈsɛntərd/

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/ˌʌnprəˈdʌktɪv ˈsɛntəd/

inefficient focus

Etymology
Etymology Information

'unproductive-centered' originates from English, combining 'unproductive' and 'centered', where 'unproductive' means 'not producing or capable of producing' and 'centered' means 'focused on'.

Historical Evolution

'unproductive' changed from the Latin word 'improductivus' and eventually became the modern English word 'unproductive'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'unproductive' meant 'not producing', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'inefficient or not yielding results'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

focused on or characterized by a lack of productivity.

The meeting was unproductive-centered, with no actionable outcomes.

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Last updated: 2025/03/04 06:51