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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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Speaking at a nuclear summit in Paris, the European Commission president endorsed a return to atomic energy, saying the European Union would back investments in "innovative nuclear technologies".

From Barron's

“Our innovative and extensive portfolio, combined with the strength of the Lego brand and an effective operating model, drove high demand,” Lego Chief Executive Niels B. Christiansen said.

From The Wall Street Journal

"Unfortunately, a number of other words still end up on the blacklist. That's a shame, Europe should be backing innovative entrepreneurs, not putting new obstacles in their way."

From Barron's

Genevant remains focused on leveraging its nucleic acid delivery systems to bring innovative medicines to people who need them, he added.

From Barron's

“We are undertaking a comprehensive, end-to-end evolution of our business-building a Bath & Body Works that is more innovative, more relevant, and easier to shop.”

From The Wall Street Journal