resourcefulness
Translation
resourcefulness, ingenuity, initiative
Examples
She showed great resourcefulness in solving the problem.
She showed great resourcefulness in solving the problem.
Grammar Patterns
show resourcefulness to demonstrate the ability to find solutions She showed great resourcefulness.
resourcefulness in ((-ing sth.)) the ability to find solutions when (doing sth.) She showed resourcefulness in solving the problem.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ingenuity, cleverness, initiative; Antonyms: ineptitude, incompetence
Etymology
From 'resourceful' + '-ness' (a suffix forming nouns indicating a state or condition). The state of being resourceful.
Memory Tips
The noun form of 'resourceful'. It's the quality ('-ness') of being resourceful.