resourcefulness

noun

as in productivity

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Recent Examples of resourcefulness By the end of this season of Furious, Alice has proved her wherewithal and resourcefulness to her superior, FBI agent Nora Washington (Quincy Tyler Bernstine). — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 31 Aug. 2026 Apart from widening archaeologists’ understanding of the Natufian palette, the findings highlight how humanity’s resourcefulness and adaptive abilities stretch back thousands of years. — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 20 Aug. 2026 During those times, founders must rely on their resilience, resourcefulness and belief in their mission. — Jennifer Palmer, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026 Those hardships forged a resourcefulness that no supply-chain optimization can manufacture on its own. — Sebastian Herrera, Fortune, 25 July 2026 That history transformed the drink from a novelty into a small lesson in Hanoi’s resourcefulness, making every sip that much more meaningful. — Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 9 July 2026 Your letter reminds me of the resourcefulness and the breadth of experience that many funeral directors have. — R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2026 Produced by Milos-Films and shot at Hélium Films’ studios in Switzerland’s Lausanne, the short follows three handcrafted monkeys who transform a cold animation studio into a vibrant jungle through creativity, collaboration and resourcefulness. — Jd Linville, Variety, 27 June 2026 In the spirit of resourcefulness that Wilson instilled in many of us, Wassmann’s Disco Vision series incorporates upcycled LaserDiscs, a pre-DVD film format discontinued in the early aughts, as diffusers. — Adrian Madlener, Curbed, 27 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for resourcefulness
  1. productivity
  2. fecundity
  3. ingenuity
  4. fertility
  5. talent
  6. creativity
Noun
  • This was exacerbated by Maresca’s eventual decision to implement a slower tempo in the second half of his first season, which had a noticeable effect on Palmer’s productivity.
    — Jon Mackenzie, New York Times, 1 Sep. 2026
  • An economy can expand rapidly without significant price pressures if productivity and productive capacity rise alongside demand.
    — Luke Fountain, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of productivity
Noun
  • Because of hijras’ ability to confer fecundity as devoted representatives of the mother goddess Bahuchara Mata, they are frequently invited to bless newborn boys and perform at their homes by dancing and singing.
    — Charles Preston, Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 May 2026
  • But amidst said lots and open spaces are acres of marsh and flooded forests, and the Audubon Louisiana Nature Center stands apart as a place to interpret all this fecundity.
    — Outside, Outside, 17 Feb. 2026
Definition of fecundity
Noun
  • The fair, officially called the World’s Columbian Exposition, aimed to showcase American ingenuity.
    — Alison J. Stein, HubSpot, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Whatever our party affiliation or political views, Americans should appreciate Roosevelt’s ingenuity, determination and confidence and applaud Eisenhower’s competence, planning and stewardship.
    — John T. Shaw, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of ingenuity
Noun
  • For years, Japan has taken steps to try to reverse its falling birth rate by expanding monthly child allowances, bringing IVF and other fertility treatments under the purview of public insurance, and expanding parental leave benefits.
    — Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Isaiah explains that sharing their pregnancy losses and fertility struggles publicly felt like their purpose.
    — Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of fertility
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  • During his seven-year tenure at the agency, Caoduro advised leading international fashion and luxury brands across global communications, media and corporate strategy and talent engagement.
    — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Ultimately, genetics and talent establish the ceiling, but the evidence suggests a supportive sibling ecosystem helps alchemize raw potential into greatness, and the sibling that benefits most is the one that comes later.
    — Douglas Robson, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of talent
Noun
  • There are likely many of you reading this who will never ever be convinced and see AI as anathema to creativity.
    — Brian Welk, IndieWire, 5 Sep. 2026
  • Smith appreciates Flores’ creativity, and Flores respects Smith’s ability to call the game from the field.
    — Alec Lewis, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of creativity

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“Resourcefulness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resourcefulness. Accessed 8 Sep. 2026.

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