What does unproductive mean?
Unproductive means Not productive; useless; fruitless..
Unproductive
/ˌʌn.pɹəˈdʌk.tɪv/ · adjective
Meaning
Not productive; useless; fruitless..
Definitions by Sense
- Not productive; useless; fruitless.
- (linguistics, of affixes, mechanisms of word formation, etc) No longer used to produce new words (see examples).
Example Sentences
Juggling is an amusing pastime, but generally unproductive.
Synonyms for unproductive
Antonyms for unproductive
Related Words
Word Forms
- more unproductive
- most unproductive
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for unproductive?
Common synonyms include nonproductive, unyieldly, futile, ineffectual.
What is the opposite of unproductive?
Possible antonyms include productive.
How do you use unproductive in a sentence?
Juggling is an amusing pastime, but generally unproductive.
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