clever
Pronunciation: [ˈklɛvər]
Word
Context: "intelligence"
(adjective) when someone is smart and good at thinking quickly. A clever person can solve problems in unique ways.
Example
She came up with a clever solution to the math puzzle.
Example
He wasn't clever enough to think of a way to fix his mistake.
Example
Can you think of a clever way to solve this problem?
Context: "ingenuity"
(adjective) when someone shows creativity or makes new ideas. It's like being resourceful or imaginative.
Example
The clever design of the toy made it fun to play with.
Example
The project lacked a clever approach and felt very ordinary.
Example
What clever ideas do you have for the school science fair?
Context: "wit"
(adjective) when someone is funny in a smart way. A clever joke makes you think and laugh at the same time.
Example
His clever jokes always make everyone laugh.
Example
Her attempts at clever humor fell flat and no one laughed.
Example
Have you heard any clever jokes lately?
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