skeptical -
Not easily convinced, having doubts or reservations.
When the detective was told that the death was an accident, he was skeptical, and he eventually solved the murder case and brought the criminal to justice.
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precise -
Exact and accurate in detail or measurement; clear and unambiguous, without any room for confusion.
He gave a precise answer to the complicated question, showing his deep understanding of the topic.
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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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canny -
Having or showing shrewdness and good judgment, especially in money or business matters
Billionaire Richard Branson became successful by possessing a canny business sense and strong work ethic.
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adept -
Highly skilled or proficient at something.
He is adept at using graphic design software.
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coherent -
Well-organized or unified in structure or thought.
The teacher praised the student for writing a coherent essay with strong points.
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concise -
Containing only essential information and avoiding unnecessary detail.
His explanation was concise, covering all the key points without unnecessary elaboration.
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foolproof -
A plan that is so clever that it is certain to succeed.
The robbers felt they had a plan to rob Monte Carlo that was foollproof.
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savvy -
Shrewd and knowledgeable; having common sense and good judgment
Because of his savvy knowledge about investing, Warren Buffett is viewed as the guru of Wall Street.
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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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esoteric -
Difficult to understand unless one has specific knowledge or interest.
The professor’s lecture on quantum theory was full of esoteric concepts.
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profound -
Regarding an idea as being full of deep meaning
Mary loved her philosophy teacher, and the way he expressed profound thoughts in a simple and accessible way
