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Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples
Pronunciation: US /ɪnˈdʒiniəs/ · UK /ɪnˈdʒiːniəs/
ingenious means: Designed or done in a very clever way that solves a problem well.
adjective
Designed or done in a very clever way that solves a problem well.
- That's an ingenious idea.
- They built an ingenious device for collecting rainwater.
- Her ingenious solution saved us hours of work.
Very good at thinking of clever new ways to do things or solve problems.
- She's an ingenious designer.
- The ingenious mechanic repaired the engine with simple tools.
- Our most ingenious students found several unexpected solutions.
Showing clever, original thought, especially in words or humor.
- He gave an ingenious reply.
- Her ingenious comparisons made the essay fun to read.
- The speaker ended with an ingenious joke about his own mistakes.
Questions about ingenious
What does ingenious mean?
Designed or done in a very clever way that solves a problem well.
What is ingenious in other languages?
Türkçe: zekice · Español: ingenioso · Français: ingénieux · Deutsch: raffiniert · Italiano: ingegnoso · 日本語: 巧妙な
How do you pronounce ingenious?
In American English /ɪnˈdʒiniəs/; in British English /ɪnˈdʒiːniəs/.
How do you use ingenious in a sentence?
That's an ingenious idea. They built an ingenious device for collecting rainwater.
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