ingenious
1. [ adjective ] (used of persons or artifacts) marked by independence and creativity in thought or action
Synonyms: imaginative inventive
Examples:

"an imaginative use of material" "an ingenious device" "had an inventive turn of mind" "inventive ceramics"

Related terms: creative
2. [ adjective ] skillful (or showing skill) in adapting means to ends
Synonyms: clever adroit
Examples:

"cool prudence and sensitive selfishness along with quick perception of what is possible--these distinguish an adroit politician" "came up with a clever story" "an ingenious press agent"

Related terms: artful
3. [ adjective ] showing inventiveness and skill
Synonyms: cunning clever
Examples:

"a clever gadget" "the cunning maneuvers leading to his success" "an ingenious solution to the problem"

Related terms: adroit
Similar spelling:   ingeniously
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