problem-solving

[prahb-luhm sahl-ving] / ˈprɑb ləm ˈsɑl vɪŋ /

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analytic adj.
analytical adj.
analytic/analytical adj.

ADJECTIVE

analytic

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analytical investigative

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inquiring rational sound systematic

ADJECTIVE

analytical

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analytic cogent detailed diagnostic interpretive investigative penetrating rational scientific systematic thorough

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conclusive discrete dissecting explanatory expository inquiring inquisitive judicious logical organized perceptive perspicuous precise questioning ratiocinative reasonably searching solid sound studious subtle testing valid

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cursory

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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

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problem-solving

He studied hydraulics, civil engineering and Shakespeare at the public library and impressed everyone with his pluck and problem-solving prowess.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 6, 2026

Grandparents have to roll up their sleeves and help with activities, schedules and problem-solving.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026

"There was a modest effect of time-restricted eating to improve spatial planning and problem-solving and on reducing errors related to memory and learning," said Shapses.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 27, 2026

Huawei said Wednesday that its AI system "Celia" had shown "comprehensive problem-solving capabilities" across several mathematical fields.

From Barron's ● Jul. 23, 2026

No more getting my hopes up, no more self-delusion, and no more problem-solving.

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir

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