How do you pronounce counterproductive?

counterproductive is pronounced as /ˌkaʊntərprəˈdʌktɪv/.

Vocabularies
/
counterproductive

⚠️counterproductive

adjective

/ˌkaʊntərprəˈdʌktɪv/

counterpoint countervail

counterproductive definition card — visual illustration of the meaning

counterproductive synonyms and antonyms card — visual word comparison

counterproductive collocation card — common word combinations and phrases

Meaning

having the opposite of the desired effect; harmful to achieving goals

Having the opposite of the desired effect; tending to hinder rather than help.

Example Sentences

Skipping breakfast is counterproductive to your energy levels.

Counterproductive activities often stem from dissatisfaction.

Multitasking can often be counterproductive rather than efficient.

Synonyms

harmful, detrimental, adverse, backfiring, inefficient, ineffective

Entry 1

harmful, detrimental, adverse, backfiring

Entry 2

detrimental, inefficient

Entry 3

ineffective, detrimental, harmful

Antonyms

helpful, beneficial, constructive, productive

Entry 1

helpful, beneficial

Entry 2

beneficial, constructive

Entry 3

beneficial, productive, constructive

Collocations

counterproductive behavior, counterproductive strategy, counterproductive action

Related Vocabularies

wide

having a great extent from side to side; broad

unplanned

Not planned in advance; happening spontaneously or without organization.

jubilant

feeling or expressing great happiness and joy

churlish

Rude in a mean-spirited and surly way.

prehistoric

Belonging to the time before written records.

Murderous

having the intent to kill; extremely violent; bloodthirsty

Explore More

All Vocabularies