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ingenious Synonyms

Another word for ingenious

Choosing another word for ingenious depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Cleverly and originally designed, contrived, or constructed to solve a complex problem (of a device, plan, or idea).

Usage Example

"The folding bicycle features an clever hinge mechanism that locks securely in seconds."

Strongest
clever
innovative
Strong
novel
masterful
deft
adroit

• adjective (Context 2)

Possessing or demonstrating exceptional cleverness, originality, and inventiveness (of a person).

Usage Example

"The inventive engineer devised a low-cost water filtration system for rural communities."

Strongest
inventive
clever
resourceful
Strong
creative
original
imaginative
innovative
brilliant
astute
shrewd

Opposites of ingenious

The opposite of ingenious shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

uninventive
unimaginative
unoriginal
clumsy
uninspired
crude
obtuse
inept
See all opposites of ingenious

• Nearby Words

infuser
infusion
infusoria
ingenious
ingeniously
ingeniousness
ingenuity

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Ingenious. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/ingenious
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