| algebra |
a form of mathematics used to solve problems in which some of the numbers are not known. In an algebra problem, letters stand for the unknown numbers. |
| a tough nut to crack |
a problem or situation that is difficult to solve or cope with. [1/2 definitions] |
| biomimicry |
the imitation of natural biological functioning in the creation of new forms of technology or in the devising of new processes or systems that can help solve human problems. |
| cipher |
to solve (a problem) by using arithmetic; calculate. [1/7 definitions] |
| clue |
something that helps to solve a problem or mystery. |
| committee |
a group of persons chosen or volunteering themselves to work together to solve a problem or resolve a particular issue. |
| cut the Gordian knot |
to solve a difficult problem in a rapid, bold manner. |
| decide |
to settle, choose, or solve. [1/3 definitions] |
| desperate |
having almost no way to escape from or solve. [1/2 definitions] |
| detective |
a person whose job is to find information that will solve crimes or discover secrets. A detective is often a police officer. |
| do1 |
to attempt or carry out in order to solve a problem or achieve a particular goal. [1/12 definitions] |
| figure out |
to begin to understand something or solve a problem by using your mind. |
| frustrated |
feeling upset or angry because of being unable to do what one needs to do or being unable to solve a problem that one wants to solve. |
| insoluble |
impossible to solve or understand. [1/2 definitions] |
| insolvable |
impossible to solve; insoluble. |
| intelligence test |
any of several standardized tests designed to determine an individual's intelligence by his or her ability to solve certain problems. |
| knotty |
difficult to understand or solve; complex; intricate. [1/2 definitions] |
| puzzle |
a toy or problem that you solve by thinking or by arranging letters, words, numbers, or objects. [1/2 definitions] |
| reasoning |
the process of using one's logical abilities to come to a conclusion about something, to make a decision, or to solve a problem. |
| researcher |
one who does careful, dedicated study of something in order to gain information about it or solve a problem. |
| riddle1 |
to solve riddles. [1/4 definitions] |