resourceful

adjective

re·​source·​ful ri-ˈsȯrs-fəl 

-ˈzȯrs-

: able to meet situations : capable of devising ways and means

a resourceful leader

resourcefully

ri-ˈsȯrs-fə-lē 

-ˈzȯrs-

adverb

resourcefulness noun

Examples of resourceful in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

There are other ways to help children become independent, resourceful, caring people who can handle life’s ups and downs and thrive. —Tovah P. Klein, Contributor, CNBC, 18 Oct. 2024

Cook proves to be a resourceful and tough cop who can keep up with the enraged Ruzek, who is still in shock. —Demetrius Patterson, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Oct. 2024

The reality is that most of Burning Man is dreamt, designed, built and paid for by its scrappy, resourceful attendees — the majority of whom are not backed by tech moguls or millionaires. —Morena Duwe, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2024

Get The Recipe Giblet Gravy Southerns are famously resourceful in the kitchen. —Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1808, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

resourceful

adjective

re·​source·​ful ri-ˈsōrs-fəl 

-ˈsȯrs-,

-ˈzōrs-,

-ˈzȯrs-

: able to deal well with new or difficult situations

resourcefully

-fə-lē 

adverb

resourcefulness noun