noun ·2 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   One who or that which solves.

   "The first successful solver of the puzzle will win a prize."

2. 2
   a thinker who focuses on the problem as stated and tries to synthesize information and knowledge to achieve a solution wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

;convergent thinkerproblem solverproblem solverproblemsolverresolver

Example

More examples

"My colleague Carlos is a problem solver who tackles challenges head-on."

Etymology

From solve + -er.

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