Definition of resourceful
: able to meet situations : capable of devising ways and means a resourceful leader
resourcefulness
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That's Fiasco for you, though — making a memorable theatrical racket that belies the compact size of the resourceful company’s artistic paddle …
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The Pentagon is preparing for that, too, but Putin is resourceful.
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Tim also finished with a perfect 125 points for 5 days of competition, 50 points from mini-challenges, and the award for most resourceful.
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First Known Use of resourceful
1851
RESOURCEFUL Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of resourceful for English Language Learners
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: able to deal well with new or difficult situations and to find solutions to problems
RESOURCEFUL Defined for Kids
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playDefinition of resourceful for Students
: clever in dealing with problems
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