problem-solving
ˈprɒbləm ˈsɒlvɪŋ
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Definition of problem-solving - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

approachfocused on resolving issues effectively
  • We need a problem-solving approach to tackle this.
analytical

Noun

1.
finding solutionsTECH.mental process of finding ways to fix difficult situationsTECH.
  • Problem-solving is important in science and daily life.
troubleshooting
2.
cognitive skillsskill of resolving complex challenges effectively
  • Her problem-solving impressed the interviewers.
critical thinking troubleshooting
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Expressions with problem-solving

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abilities that help someone understand challenges and find good solutions
Employers often look for strong problem-solving skills during interviews.
method used for complex and significant decisions
Extended problem-solving is essential for corporate strategic planning.

Origin of problem-solving

Greek, problema (obstacle) + solve (loosen)

Terms with problem-solving included in their meaning

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problem-solving
solution to a problem or puzzle
problem-solving
solve or address a problem or question
school
arithmetic calculations or problem-solving
fixv.
problem solving
resolve or find a solution to a problem
problem-solving
answer to a problem or question
problem-solving
find an answer to a problem or question
problem-solving
process of finding a solution to a problem
start solving
begin working on solving the problem

Examples of problem-solving in a sentence

  • The team adopted a problem-solving mindset to innovate solutions.
  • Group activities can improve problem-solving skills.
  • Effective problem-solving often requires teamwork.
  • His problem-solving led to a breakthrough in the project.
  • Problem-solving is crucial in emergency situations.

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  1. French:axé sur la résolution de problèmes, résolution de problèmes, ...
  2. German:problemlösend, Problemlösen, ...
  3. Italian:risolutivo, risoluzione dei problemi, ...
  4. Spanish:resolutivo, resolución de problemas, ...
  5. Portuguese:resolutivo, resolução de problemas, ...
  6. Chinese:解决问题的, 问题解决, ...
  7. Japanese:問題解決型の, 問題解決, ...
  8. Arabic:مُتَعَلِّق بِحَلِّ المُشْكِلات, حل المشكلات, ...
  9. Hebrew:מְכוּוָּן פִּתְרוֹן בְּעָיֹות, פִּתְרוֹן בְּעָיוֹת, ...
  10. Russian:решающий проблемы, решение проблем, ...
  11. Ukrainian:проблемно-орієнтований, вирішення проблем, ...
  12. Hindi:समस्या-समाधानकारी, समस्या-समाधान, ...
problem-solve
ˈprɒbləm sɒlv

Definition of problem-solve - Reverso English Dictionary

Verb

solutionsRarefind solutions to difficult issuesRare
  • She loves to problem-solve complex puzzles.
  • They had to problem-solve the issue quickly.
  • He can problem-solve any technical glitch.
resolve troubleshoot
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Origin of problem-solve

Greek, pro (before) + ballein (to throw)

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  1. French:résoudre, ...
  2. German:Probleme lösen, ...
  3. Italian:trovare soluzioni ai problemi, ...
  4. Spanish:resolver problemas, ...
  5. Portuguese:resolver problemas, ...
  6. Chinese:解决问题, ...
  7. Japanese:問題解決する, ...
  8. Arabic:حَلَّ المُشْكِلات, ...
  9. Hebrew:לִפְתוֹר בְּעָיוֹת, ...
  10. Russian:решать проблемы, ...
  11. Ukrainian:вирішувати проблеми, ...
  12. Hindi:समस्या का समाधान करना, ...
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