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Synonyms

innovative

American  
[in-uh-vey-tiv] / ˈɪn əˌveɪ tɪv /
especially British, innovatory

adjective

  1. tending to innovate, or introduce something new or different; characterized by innovation.


innovative British  
/ ˈɪnəˌveɪtɪv /

adjective

  1. using or showing new methods, ideas, etc

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Other Word Forms

  • innovatively adverb
  • innovativeness noun
  • uninnovative adjective

Etymology

Origin of innovative

First recorded in 1600–10; innovate + -ive

Example Sentences

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The new goals, according to a letter from Christopher Carroll, SAMHSA’s deputy assistant secretary, include “innovative programs and interventions.”

From Salon

Within its “innovative medicine” portfolio, J&J is now focused on oncology, immunology and neuroscience drugs, while its medical-technology business will hold on to its cardiovascular, surgical and vision care device businesses.

From MarketWatch

This can save companies billions of dollars and decades spent researching, testing and fabricating innovative drugs.

From Science Daily

As the power cuts continue, Kyiv residents are finding innovative solutions to carry on living.

From BBC

At the same time, its innovative current routing minimizes magnetic interference, which helps deliver cleaner electrical output and higher overall efficiency.

From Science Daily