counterproductive
1 antonyms and opposites of counterproductive, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Having the opposite effect of what was intended; causing more harm than good.
Antonyms
How to use counterproductive
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From counter- + productive.
Full origin of counterproductive →Frequently asked questions
What does “counterproductive” mean?
The word “counterproductive” means having the opposite effect of what was intended; causing more harm than good. In plain terms, doing more harm than good, working against the goal you were trying to achieve.
How do you pronounce “counterproductive”?
“Counterproductive” is pronounced kown-tuhp-ruh-DUHK-tihv (/ˌkaʊntəpɹəˈdʌktɪv/ in IPA).
How do you use “counterproductive” in a sentence?
Here is “counterproductive” used in a sentence: “Yelling at the team was counterproductive and only lowered morale.”
What is the opposite of “counterproductive”?
The opposite of “counterproductive” — its antonyms — is productive.
What part of speech is “counterproductive”?
“Counterproductive” is an adjective.