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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I know that real problem-solving starts with diagnosing the root cause.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

Quantum computing will complement, not replace, traditional systems, driving demand to $100 billion by 2040 for complex problem-solving.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

The night-of-broadcast scenes draw you into the tension of finalizing and problem-solving and Michaels’ engagement with all manner of details is captivating.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 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

Figuring out the transit system and its schedules was the land of problem-solving exercise he relished.

From "Geeks: How Two Lost Boys Rode the Internet Out of Idaho" by Jon Katz

problem-solving

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