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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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Problem-solving courts are being trialled, looking at how to reduce reoffending - we need more of that approach.

From BBC • Oct. 5, 2024

Problem-solving with plants A landscape designer is adept at helping clients optimize their goals with creative solutions to landscape dilemmas.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 28, 2023

Problem-solving practice before learning a concept was significantly more effective than the converse — learning the concept first and then practicing.

From New York Times • Apr. 5, 2022

Problem-solving as he went along, Nadal saved three break points in the seventh game of the second set to ignite a three-game surge and take a 5-4 lead.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2022

Then he ruins it: “Days like today. Problem-solving, thinking on your feet, dealing with the unexpected—these are the life skills that will help you find success in your future.”

From "Linked" by Gordon Korman