Problem-Solving Skills

noun a branch of mathematics that deals with the study of numbers and the use of the operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division to solve problems

• The study of arithmetic involves the basic operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• I always struggle with arithmetic when I have to do mental math.
• I'm not a fan of arithmetic, it's just too much for me.
• In the arithmetic of life, sometimes you have to subtract the negative to find the positive.

noun the quality of being quick to understand, learn, and devise or apply ideas; intelligence or smartness

• Her cleverness in solving complex problems impressed her colleagues.
• I always rely on his cleverness to come up with creative solutions.
• She's got mad cleverness when it comes to outsmarting others.
• His cleverness was like a shining beacon in the darkness of ignorance.

noun a lack of success

• The project was deemed a failure due to budget overruns and missed deadlines.
• I can't believe my cake turned out to be a failure, it collapsed in the oven!
• His attempt at asking her out was a total failure, he got rejected hard.
• She saw her divorce as a failure, but her friends saw it as a new beginning.

noun a state of bewilderment or confusion

verb to bewilder or confuse

• The complex mathematical problem flummoxed the students.
• I was completely flummoxed by the new software update.
• The slang words used in the conversation flummoxed me as I couldn't understand their meaning.
• Her sudden change in behavior flummoxed her friends, leaving them puzzled.

noun a person who enjoys or is skilled at solving puzzles

• The cryptic crossword puzzle was a real puzzler for many of the participants.
• The jigsaw puzzle was a fun puzzler to work on with friends.
• The escape room challenge was a real head-scratcher, a true puzzler.
• Her mysterious behavior was a real puzzler to everyone around her.

noun intelligence or good judgment

adjective having or showing intelligence

• Her impressive academic achievements showcase her exceptional smarts.
• He always relies on his street smarts to navigate through tough situations.
• She's got some serious smarts when it comes to coding.
• His book smarts may be lacking, but he has a lot of practical knowledge.

noun a helping hand

verb give/lend

pronoun someone

• It is always appreciated when someone is willing to give a helping hand in times of need.
• Hey, can you give me a helping hand with this project? I'm a bit overwhelmed.
• I'll be there to lend you a hand whenever you need it, no worries!
• Sometimes all we need is someone to give us a helping hand to get through tough times.

noun the ability to adjust or change in response to different circumstances or situations

• The key to success in today's fast-changing business environment is adaptability.
• Being able to adapt to new situations quickly is a valuable skill to have.
• You gotta be able to roll with the punches and adapt to whatever comes your way.
• Like a chameleon, she had a natural adaptability that allowed her to fit in anywhere.