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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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It takes dedication, problem-solving skills and a lot of free time to be one of the best “WoW” players in the world, he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026

Focusing on capabilities you have that “AI can’t easily replace” — like communication, teamwork, creative thinking and problem-solving — can also be beneficial, she added.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

Valdes testified that Jeffries shows some difficulties with his processing speed, attention, and problem-solving.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

It can capture your problem-solving approach: which questions you asked first, how you refined the search when initial attempts failed, potentially even the logical steps that led you from symptom to cause.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 15, 2026

They were determined I would grow up to be a totally self-sufficient, problem-solving expert.

From "Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus" by Dusti Bowling