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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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vigilant - Watchful and quick to notice things, especially for protection or safety

The community stayed vigilant after recent reports of theft in the area

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counterintuitive - Contrarhy to what one would expect, but nevertheless true.

When perparing for the marathon, it may be counterintuitive, but sometimes it's good to take a day off and rest rather than running that day.

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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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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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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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astute - Ability to understand things quickly and clearly, and to use the knowledge well

From a very early age, Gail instinctively knew everything about business, and and after college she proved to be an astute business woman, and became a millionaire before the age of 30.

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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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erudite - Having or showing deep, extensive knowledge gained from study and reading.

The professor gave an erudite lecture on ancient philosophy that clarified many complex topics.

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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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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

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justified - Having a valid reason or explanation for an action, belief, or decision.

The police officer’s actions were justified because he was protecting innocent people.