Definitions

problem-solving

[prahb-luhm sahl-ving] / ˈprɑb ləm ˈsɑl vɪŋ /

ADJECTIVE

analytic

Synonyms

STRONGEST

analytical investigative

WEAK

inquiring rational sound systematic

ADJECTIVE

analytical

Synonyms

STRONGEST

analytic cogent detailed diagnostic interpretive investigative penetrating rational scientific systematic thorough

WEAK

conclusive discrete dissecting explanatory expository inquiring inquisitive judicious logical organized perceptive perspicuous precise questioning ratiocinative reasonably searching solid sound studious subtle testing valid

Antonyms

STRONGEST

cursory

WEAK

chaotic disorganized illogical synthetical unsystematic

ADJECTIVE

analytic/analytical

Synonyms

WEAK

cogent conclusive detailed diagnostic discrete dissecting explanatory expository inquiring inquisitive interpretive investigative judicious logical organized penetrating perceptive perspicuous precise questioning ratiocinative rational reasonable scientific searching solid sound studious subtle systematic testing thorough valid well-grounded

Example Sentences

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Met with connection, it enables creativity and problem-solving.

From MarketWatch

Ms. Higgins prevailed because she is adept at problem-solving and practical governance.

From The Wall Street Journal

It contains seven puzzles set by "GCHQ's in-house puzzlers", geared towards testing a range of problem-solving skills, including "intuitive reasoning" and "lateral thinking".

From BBC

As ill-advised as Kiritsis’ problem-solving was, the metaphor for indie film was apparent.

From Los Angeles Times

Cognitive diversity stems more from differences in education, career paths, political views, problem-solving styles and personality.

From The Wall Street Journal

problem-solving

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