productivity
UK: ˌprɒdʌkˈtɪvɪti | US: ˌprɑːdʌkˈtɪvɪti
n. the state or quality of producing goods, services, or results efficiently
n. (economics) the rate of output per unit of input (e.g., labor, capital)
n. (ecology) the capacity of an ecosystem to generate biomass
Derived from the Latin productivus (capable of producing), which stems from producere (to bring forth). The root pro- (forward) + ducere (to lead) reflects the idea of "leading forward" or generating output. The suffix -ity nominalizes the adjective productive, turning it into a measurable state or quality. The word evolved in the 18th century to describe economic output and later expanded to ecological and general efficiency contexts.
Improved tools have significantly boosted workplace productivity.
The study measures agricultural productivity in terms of crop yield per hectare.
High employee morale often correlates with increased productivity.
Solar energy enhances the productivity of marine ecosystems by supporting phytoplankton growth.
The company introduced automation to maximize productivity while reducing costs.