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Meaning of unproductively
The primary meaning of "unproductively" is to do something without achieving a desired or intended result, often due to inefficiency or a lack of effectiveness.
Etymology of unproductively
The word "unproductively" originates from the prefix "un-" meaning not or opposite of, and "productive" which comes from the Latin "productivus," meaning able to produce, derived from "producingere," to produce.
Historically, the term has been used to describe actions or efforts that fail to yield desired outcomes, emphasizing the negative aspect of productivity.
Synonyms
ineffectively
inefficiently
unfruitfully
futilely
pointlessly
uselessly
wastefully
idly
lazily
sloppily
carelessly
negligently
unconstructively
unhelpfully
unrewardingly
unbeneficially
nonproductively
unprofitably
unsuccessfully
inadequately
insufficiently
unavailingly
fruitlessly
aimlessly
haphazardly
thoughtlessly
heedlessly
recklessly
rashly
impulsively
Definitions
- To do something without producing a desired or intended result, often due to inefficiency or a lack of effectiveness.
- * To work or act without achieving anything useful or valuable.
Usage Examples
- The team worked unproductively, failing to meet their project deadline due to constant distractions.
- * She spent hours studying unproductively, unable to focus on the material and retain the information.
Antonyms
productively
efficiently
effectively
successfully
fruitfully
usefully
profitably
beneficially
helpfully
constructively
rewardingly
adequately
sufficiently
availingly
fruitfully
purposefully
diligently
carefully
thoughtfully
heedfully
wisely
practically