CEFR B2

ingenuity

noun

Meaning

The quality of being clever, original, and inventive, especially in solving problems or creating new things.

Examples

The company was praised for its ingenuity in developing a sustainable energy source.
Her ingenuity in the kitchen allowed her to create a delicious meal from leftovers.

Synonyms: cleverness, inventiveness, resourcefulness, adroitness

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ingenuity (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈɪndʒəˌnuːəti/

Definition

The quality of being clever, original, and inventive, especially in solving problems or creating new things.

Examples

The company was praised for its ingenuity in developing a sustainable energy source.
Her ingenuity in the kitchen allowed her to create a delicious meal from leftovers.
The escape artist's ingenuity was evident in the complex locks he managed to pick.

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