ingenious
2 antonyms for ingenious — opposites grouped by meaning.
Adj — Clever and inventive; showing a smart, original way of solving a problem.
Antonyms
How to use ingenious
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
an ingenious idea
ingenious device
ingenious solution
Etymology
From Latin ingeniosus, "gifted with genius," from ingenium, "natural talent."
Full origin of ingenious →Frequently asked questions
What does “ingenious” mean?
The word “ingenious” means clever and inventive; showing a smart, original way of solving a problem. In plain terms, describes a clever, original idea, invention, or person.
How do you pronounce “ingenious”?
“Ingenious” is pronounced ihn-JEEN-yuhs (/ɪnˈd͡ʒiːnjəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “ingenious” in a sentence?
Here is “ingenious” used in a sentence: “She came up with an ingenious solution using just two paperclips.”
What part of speech is “ingenious”?
“Ingenious” is an adjective.
Where does the word “ingenious” come from?
The word “ingenious” comes from Latin. From Latin ingeniosus, "gifted with genius," from ingenium, "natural talent.".
Is “ingenious” a common word?
“Ingenious” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
