resourceful
adjective
Simple meaning
Good at finding clever ways to solve problems.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ɹiˈsɔɹsfəl
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
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adjective
Capable or clever; able to put available resources to efficient or ingenious use; using materials at hand wisely or efficiently.
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How this word commonly comes across.
This meaning: Capable or clever; able to put available resources to efficient or ingenious use; using materials at hand wisely or efficiently.
Used this way, resourceful is a reasonably familiar word with a mildly favourable edge. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.
- Emotional tone
- Slightly positive
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Moderate
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Positive and appreciative
- Usage feel
- Neutral and straightforward
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Synonyms
Sense: capable or clever
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