innovative

adjective

in·​no·​va·​tive ˈi-nə-ˌvā-tiv How to pronounce innovative (audio)
Synonyms of innovative
: characterized by, tending to, or introducing innovations
innovatively adverb
innovativeness noun

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an innovative approach to the problem a creative and innovative young designer
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Studies have shown that countries with stronger IP systems tend to be more innovative, while weaker IP systems may stifle innovation. — Andrei Iancu, Fortune, 20 Oct. 2026 In keeping with its innovative and eco-minded bent, Ecoalf developed construction-ready textiles to cover about 60 percent of the boutique, including 16-foot-tall arches. — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 19 Oct. 2026 Curious developers have uncovered new functionalities, built innovative tools and shared them through open source and platform-specific forums. — Kevin Cochrane, Forbes.com, 16 Oct. 2026 Peacock earlier this year struck an innovative distribution pact to be bundled as part of a YouTube TV premium tier. — Leo Barraclough, Variety, 15 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for innovative

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First Known Use

1806, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of innovative was in 1806

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“Innovative.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/innovative. Accessed 21 Oct. 2026.

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