adj ·3 syllables ·Moderate ·College level

Definitions

Adjective

1. 1
   Capable or clever; able to put available resources to efficient or ingenious use; using materials at hand wisely or efficiently.

   "With a resourceful use of space and a fresh coat of paint, the room became a pleasant library with a comfortable seating area."

Adjective

1. 1
   having inner resources; adroit or imaginative wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

acuteadaptableadeptadjustableadroitagile

Example

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"You're resourceful, aren't you?"

Etymology

From resource + -ful.

Related phrases

at hand

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