productivity — meaning, examples & etymology [English]

productivity (/ˌproʊ.dʌkˈtɪv.ɪ.ti/)

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🔊 /ˌproʊ.dʌkˈtɪv.ɪ.ti/

Meaning

Meaning: rate of output

The rate at which goods are produced or work is done, especially compared to the time and effort used.

Examples

🗣 The new software boosted productivity, letting the team finish reports in half the time.

Etymology

From ‘productive’ (Latin ‘productus’, from ‘producere’, to bring forth) plus ‘-ity’.

How & Where It’s Used

Used in economics, management, and personal time management.

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Tags: work, efficiency

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