creativity

[kree-ey-tiv-i-tee, kree-uh-]

noun

1. the state or quality of being creative.

2. the ability to transcend traditional ideas, rules, patterns, relationships, or the like, and to create meaningful new ideas, forms, methods, interpretations, etc.; originality, progressiveness, or imagination.

   the need for creativity in modern industry; creativity in the performing arts.

3. the process by which one utilizes creative ability.

   Extensive reading stimulated his creativity.

Other Word Forms

• anticreativity noun
• noncreativity noun
• uncreativity noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of creativity¹

First recorded in 1870–75; creative + -ity

Example Sentences

They have seen his creativity, his ability to find teammates from all places on the court.

From Los Angeles Times

Whether or not these foreign professionals will "find that space for creativity innovation" in China remains a key question for those considering the move.

From BBC

"I think that creativity is his nature," said the Spaniard.

From BBC

"We have defended really well, been organised, but have lacked that spark and creativity. We really wanted to put emphasis on getting that back tonight."

From BBC

Staying could be a wise decision from the former Getafe youngster with Villa needing creativity and goals after their stuttering start.

From BBC