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versatile - Capable of doing many things well; multi-talented

He's a versatile performer who can sing, dance, and act with ease.

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articulate - The ability to express yourself clearly and effectively.

In the story Mr. Smith Goes To Washington, the country was impressed by how this simple man was so articulate.

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shrewd - Having or showing sharp powers of judgment; astute

Steve Jobs was a shrewd businessman who saw the digital revolution coming before most people did.

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sophisticated - Complex or intricate, often in a clever or subtle way.

During World War 2, Alan Turing used a sophisticated machine to decode the German spy codes.

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prescient - Demonstrating foresight or intuition about future developments or outcomes.

The economist’s prescient predictions about the market crash earned him widespread recognition.

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decisive - Being able to make decisions quickly and confidently.

The final battle of the war was decisive in achieving victory because the enemy was taken by surprise and was totally unprepared.

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theoretical - Relating to what is possible or imagined rather than to what is real or known to be true.

Until he started working for a big corporation, all that he had learned in business school was just theoretical.

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aligned - To be similar and in agreement with an opinion or cause.

The two countries fighting together agains a common enemy made sure their military strategy was aligned with each other.

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prudent - Careful and using good judgement.

Though George had an urge to travel around the world, he felt it was prudent for him to finish college.

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diligent - Showing care and effort in one's work or duties

The teacher was sure that Max would do well on the law boards because Max was so diligent in his tests and papers.

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lucid - Expressed clearly; easy to understand

The prosecutor's case was presented in such a lucid way that the jury easily understood why the defendant was guilty.

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uncanny - Strange or mysterious, especially in an unsettling way

Some people have noted Nicolas Cage's uncanny resemblance to a person from the 1800s.