counterproductive | Definition of counterproductive

Synonyms and Antonyms of counterproductive

not producing the desired result

harsh disciplinary measures that prove to be counterproductive

Synonyms of counterproductive

feckless, hamstrung, ineffective, ineffectual, inefficacious, inefficient, inexpedient

Words Related to counterproductive

abortive, bootless, fruitless, futile, nonproductive, pointless, profitless, unavailing, unproductive, unprofitable, unsuccessful, useless, worthless

Near Antonyms of counterproductive

availing, beneficial, helpful, productive, profitable, successful, useful, worthwhile

Antonyms of counterproductive

effective, effectual, efficacious, efficient, expedient, operant, ultraefficient