having the ability to find quick and clever ways to overcome difficulties
example
Despite the challenges, her resourceful nature allowed her to solve problems creatively.
synonyms
ingeniouscleveradaptable
word origin — The word 'resourceful' is derived from the noun 'resource', which comes from the Old French 'resourse', based on 'resourdre' meaning 'to rise again, recover'. The adjective form started appearing in the early 19th century.
resourceful, ultimate, multifaceted, retentive, incontrovertible: meanings and examples
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resourceful · adjective/rɪˈsɔr.sfəl/
having the ability to find quick and clever ways to overcome difficulties
Despite the challenges, her resourceful nature allowed her to solve problems creatively.
Synonyms: ingenious, clever, adaptable
Origin: The word 'resourceful' is derived from the noun 'resource', which comes from the Old French 'resourse', based on 'resourdre' meaning 'to rise again, recover'. The adjective form started appearing in the early 19th century.
ultimate · adjective/ˈʌltəmət/
last in a series or process; fundamental or eventual
After many revisions, the ultimate version of the report was finally ready for submission.
Synonyms: final, supreme, terminal
Origin: From Latin 'ultimatus', the past participle of 'ultimare', meaning 'to come to the end'.
multifaceted · adjective/ˌmʌl.tiˈfæs.ɪ.tɪd/
having many aspects or phases
The project was a multifaceted endeavor that required collaboration across various departments to achieve success.
Synonyms: varied, diverse, manifold
Origin: The word 'multifaceted' is derived from the Latin prefix 'multi-' meaning 'many' and the word 'facet', which originates from the French 'facette', meaning 'little face' or 'side'.
retentive · adjective/rɪˈtɛnɾɪv/
able to retain knowledge or information
She has a remarkably retentive memory, allowing her to recall even the smallest details from her childhood.
Synonyms: memory, recollective, absorbent
Origin: from Latin 'retentivus', from 'retinere' meaning 'to hold back'