adjective
- not producing desired results or outcomes; ineffective or wasteful
- not engaged in or contributing to the production of goods or services
Usage: economics
Examples
- The meeting was completely nonproductive and lasted three hours.
- His nonproductive habits were affecting his work performance.
- The company eliminated several nonproductive departments to cut costs.
- Arguing about the past is nonproductive; we should focus on solutions.
- The nonproductive land was converted into a nature preserve.
- She realized her worrying was nonproductive and tried to stay positive.