constructive problem-solving

noun
UK /kənˈstrʌk.tɪv ˈprɒb.ləm ˌsɒl.vɪŋ/
US /kənˈstrʌk.tɪv ˈprɑː.bləm ˌsɑːl.vɪŋ/

Figuring out a good way to fix a problem without fighting.

The two friends used constructive problem-solving to decide whose turn it was to pick the game.

SYNONYMS

positive resolutioncooperative troubleshootingcollaborative fixinghelpful problem-solving

RELATED WORDS

teamworkcommunicationcompromiselisteningpatience

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Working together to find a solution that helps everyone.

Their constructive problem-solving at the meeting led to a plan everyone liked.

3. Thinking of useful ideas to make a bad situation better.

Constructive problem-solving helped the class clean up the messy art room quickly.

4. Talking calmly about a disagreement instead of arguing.

Mom praised the kids for their constructive problem-solving after they shared the toy.