What is the meaning of constructive?

adjective

  • Constructing or tending to construct or improve or promote development.
    • usage: "constructive criticism"; "a constructive attitude"; "a constructive philosophy"; "constructive permission"
  • Emphasizing what is laudable or hopeful or to the good.
    • usage: "constructive criticism"
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