Constructive
(adjective)
- Helping to build or improve something, rather than destroying or hindering it.
- Being helpful and intended to improve a situation or relationship.
Origin:
From the latin constructus, meaning "built, erected", from construct- meaning "to build".
Examples:
- The criticism was constructive and helped the project improve.
- The teacher gave constructive feedback to the students.
- The discussion was constructive and productive.
- He received constructive criticism that helped him improve his performance.
- The meeting was constructive and they came to a resolution.