productivity (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌprɒdʌkˈtɪvəti/
Definition
The rate at which goods are produced or work is completed.
Examples
The new software significantly increased the team's productivity.
Low productivity can be a sign of poor management or outdated equipment.
We need to find ways to boost our productivity this quarter.
How to Use productivity
- productivity of (prepositional phrase)
- Indicating what or whom the productivity relates to. — "The productivity of the new machines is impressive."
- productivity gains (collocation)
- Improvements in the rate of production or work completion. — "The company celebrated significant productivity gains after the merger."
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