ingenuity
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for ingenuity, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Skill at inventing clever solutions to problems.
Synonyms
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How to use ingenuity
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin ingenuitas, related to "ingenious."
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What does “ingenuity” mean?
The word “ingenuity” means skill at inventing clever solutions to problems. In plain terms, the quality of being clever and resourceful, especially in solving problems.
How do you pronounce “ingenuity”?
“Ingenuity” is pronounced ihnd-zhuh-NOO-uh-tee (/ˌɪnd͡ʒəˈn(j)uːəti/ in IPA).
How do you use “ingenuity” in a sentence?
Here is “ingenuity” used in a sentence: “The rescue took real ingenuity with so little equipment.”
What part of speech is “ingenuity”?
“Ingenuity” is a noun.
Where does the word “ingenuity” come from?
The word “ingenuity” comes from Latin. From Latin ingenuitas, related to "ingenious.".
Is “ingenuity” a common word?
“Ingenuity” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.