Definition of Counterproductive
Counterproductive
coun·ter·pro·duc·tive
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(adjective)
acting against something, often as a hindrance to the desired outcome; having the opposite effect from the one desired, or making the desired result less likely;
e.g. If you are rude to her, it will be counterproductive to the favor you are trying to ask from her.
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