Definition

A person who is skilled at finding and solving problems, especially in technical or mechanical situations.

Example

The company hired a troubleshooter to fix the ongoing issues with their software.

Conversation

I heard you helped fix the printer at work. Did you play the role of a troubleshooter?

Yep, it was jammed, and I had to figure out what was wrong.

That's impressive! I could never be that good at being a troubleshooter.

It just takes some practice, and a bit of patience goes a long way!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Troubleshooter → It is formed from "trouble" (from Old French *trouble*, meaning disturbance or confusion) and "shooter" (from the verb "shoot", meaning to send forth). A troubleshooter is someone who sends forth solutions to disturbances or problems.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who sends forth solutions to problems — that's what a troubleshooter does.

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