counterproductive
coun
ˈkaʊn
kawn
ter
tər
tēr
pro
prə
prē
duc
ˌdʌk
dak
tive
tɪv
tiv
British pronunciation
/kˌa‍ʊntəpɹədˈʌktɪv/

Definition & Meaning of "counterproductive"in English

counterproductive
01

producing results that are contrary to what was intended

example
Examples
His constant interruptions during the meeting were counterproductive, derailing the discussion.
Skipping breakfast before a big exam proved to be counterproductive, as it affected his concentration.
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