PRODUCTIVE Synonyms: 126 Similar and Opposite Words

productive

adjective

prə-ˈdək-tiv

Definition of productive

as in creative

having a role in deciding something's final form contributed several productive ideas to the project

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as in prolific

producing abundantly overfishing has depleted the stock of fish in these waters, which were once so productive

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as in efficient

producing or capable of producing a desired result panicking during a crisis is not productive behavior

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Recent Examples of productive Ayden Garnes, an undrafted rookie from Arizona, has been the most productive during training camp and the preseason. — Rick Stroud, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Aug. 2026 First, the place where debt has risen furthest without a corresponding rise in productive capacity is most at risk when an adjustment to a trade imbalance eventually arrives. — Michael Pettis, Foreign Affairs, 28 Aug. 2026 As drought, extreme heat and unsustainable farming degrade the soil, productive land yields less food and becomes harder to restore. — Shooka Bidarian, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026 Cramer noted the Vera Rubin, the company's next-generation AI chip, also remains on schedule, while CEO Jensen Huang said older Nvidia infrastructure can remain productive for years as software improvements enhance its performance. — Alexa Lomonaco, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for productive

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Adjective

Adding to the resort’s already extensive list of experiences—ranging from creative expression, fitness, and integrative wellbeing to outdoor adventure, yoga, and nourishment—are several new offerings.

— Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2026
The illusion of molten steel was basically water and mineral oil mixed with a little powdered sugar; creative lighting and heaters placed below the cameras—plus a few CGI sparks in the background—did the rest.

— ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of creative

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In addition to her prolific TV and film career, she was involved with fundraising for Alzheimer’s research, of which her mother was diagnosed.

— Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 27 Aug. 2026
Curry had a prolific career spanning stage and screen, earning three Tony nominations for his Broadway work.

— Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of prolific

Adjective

Gayer’s primary concern now is figuring out how to grow the company in an efficient and sustainable way.

— Brad Quick, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
Our districts overlapped in western Fairfax County, and among other benefits, jointly led town hall meetings made efficient use of our constituents’ time.

— Letters to the Editor, Washington Post, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of efficient

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Like so many small towns, Hempstead, Texas, grew out of fertile farmland.

— Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 23 Aug. 2026
In the Niayes, fertile coastal lowlands between sand dunes and the Atlantic Ocean, two women rake the soil side by side amid a light breeze off the water.

— Adrien Marotte, Christian Science Monitor, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of fertile

Adjective

When those things do start happening, the scares are every bit as effective as the buildup promises.

— Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 26 Aug. 2026
The deal with Porsche will be effective once the Indian software giant completes the acquisition of MHP, which employs around 4,500 people.

— Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of effective

Adjective

So these ingredients can significantly boost fiber intake without adding traditional fiber-rich foods.

— Amber Raiken, Verywell Health, 26 Aug. 2026
Norman is the 26th richest member of Congress, including both the House of Representatives and the Senate, according to Quiver Quantitative Live Net Worth Tracker's list.

— Jay Stahl, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of rich

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Featuring a group of ambitious interns in a high-pressure public hospital, Still Breathing’s debut in April was Norwegian pubcaster NRK‘s biggest-ever opening for a drama outside of the pubcaster’s fruitful festival season shows.

— Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 25 Aug. 2026
Researchers told me that many Democrats believe that the pinnacle of achievement is having a good education and a fruitful career.

— Olga Khazan, The Atlantic, 20 Aug. 2026

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