problem-solving thinking

noun

UK /ˈprɒbləm ˌsɒlvɪŋ ˈθɪŋkɪŋ/

US /ˈprɑːbləm ˌsɑːlvɪŋ ˈθɪŋkɪŋ/

Thinking hard to find a way to fix a problem.

Her problem-solving thinking helped the team finish the puzzle.

SYNONYMS

critical thinking reasoning analytical thinking logical thinking creative thinking

RELATED WORDS

solution strategy decision-making brainstorming logic

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A way of thinking that focuses on finding answers to difficult situations.

Problem-solving thinking is important in science class.

3. The mental process of figuring out what to do when something goes wrong.

He used problem-solving thinking when his bike chain broke.

4. A skill of using ideas and steps to reach a goal.

Teachers encourage problem-solving thinking during group work.