counterproductive — having the opposite of the desired effect; tending to hinder rather than serve one's purpose
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having the opposite of the desired effect; tending to hinder rather than serve one's purpose
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌkaʊntərprəˈdʌktɪv/
Korean meaning: 원하는 결과와 반대되는; 목적에 도움이 되지 않고 오히려 방해가 되는
Korean pronunciation: 카운터프러**덕**티브
Example Sentences
- His constant complaining about the noise became counterproductive when neighbors started playing music even louder.
- Studying 12 hours a day without breaks is counterproductive to learning.
- The company's attempt to save money by firing experienced workers proved counterproductive.
counterproductive
ADJECTIVE//ˌkaʊntərprəˈdʌktɪv//
having the opposite of the desired effect; tending to hinder rather than serve one's purpose
having the opposite of the desired effect; tending to hinder rather than serve one's purpose
Being counterproductive turns destructive, while patience stays productive!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From the prefix 'counter-' (meaning against or opposite) combined with 'productive' (from Latin 'productivus', meaning capable of producing or effective). The word emerged in English in the 20th century to describe actions that achieve the opposite of their intended purpose.
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📝Examples
“His constant complaining about the noise became counterproductive when neighbors started playing music even louder.”
“Studying 12 hours a day without breaks is counterproductive to learning.”
“The company's attempt to save money by firing experienced workers proved counterproductive.”
“Trying to clean the house while the kids are awake is completely counterproductive.”
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