constructive

/kənstɹˈʌktɪv/

/kənˈstɹəktɪv/

[adjective]

constructive

[ADJECTIVE]

constructing or tending to construct or improve or promote development

antonyms : destructive

emphasizing what is laudable or hopeful or to the good

Examples

1. The young executive knew that a fool shows his annoyance at once, but a prudent man overlooks an insult, so he decided to take a deep breath and respond to the feedback in a constructive way.

2. John watched as people easily criticized and condemned others, but found few who were willing to offer constructive support.

3. Any criticism is constructive.

4. 'Giving constructive feedback.'