adaptable
adjective:
- able to be changed for improvement or for a
different situation
*changeable for benefit - able to survive and reproduce under certain conditions
An international missionary must be adaptable and flexible in order to minister effectively in different settings.
devise
verb:
- plan, arrange, formulate a plan
*(can sometimes have a sense of scheming—planning with bad intentions)
Nathan's guinea pig has devised a plan to get treats by squeaking loudly whenever Nathan enters the room.
precision
noun:
- the condition of being exact, accurate, clear
It is important to use precision and caution when parking a large vehicle in a small parking space.
stylus
noun:
primary use for this context:
- a sharp instrument for writing, engraving
(also refers to a pointed tool that is part of computers and record players)
Louis Braille used a stylus, and now a stylus can be used on a computer.
transcribe
verb:
- make a full written copy
- transfer from one recording system to another
The pastor's assistant used to transcribe every sermon, but now podcasts make it even easier to review a message.