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

Culkin, who began his acting career at age 4, is best known for his role as the resourceful Kevin McCallister in the beloved Home Alone movies. —Jessica Wang, EW.com, 28 Feb. 2025

In Chinese mythology, snakes are thought to be sensitive, resourceful, introverted and wise, according to ChineseNewYear.net. —Brett Tingley, Space.com, 29 Jan. 2025

Home Sharing By The Numbers As buyers and renters look for affordable living options, more are forced into being resourceful with new practices like househacking or renting out part of their home to offset monthly costs. —Jennifer Castenson, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025

For Williams, the call was a critical lesson in how to be empathetic and resourceful in the face of despair. —Karissa Waddick, USA TODAY, 28 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1808, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for resourceful

• forceful
• remorseful

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