INNOVATORY Synonyms: 30 Similar and Opposite Words

innovatory

adjective

Definition of innovatory

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having the skill and imagination to create new things the composer Charles Ives is remembered for his innovatory use of dissonance and polytonal harmonies

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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

Definition of innovative

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Since 2017, Dulgarian has grown TAGABOW from its placid, solo origins into one of the decade’s most influential and inventive shoegaze bands; the proof is in Lotto, their bold and relentless breakout LP from last year.

— Abby Jones, Pitchfork, 19 Oct. 2026
Chief executive Axel Leuenberger and chief technical officer Jérémy Freléchox previously cut their teeth at Audemars Piguet Renaud & Papi, one of Swiss watchmaking’s most sophisticated and inventive movement developers.

— Rachel Ingram, Robb Report, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of inventive

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The creative team is currently developing the treatment and preparing to engage potential partners about the longer version.

— Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 16 Oct. 2026
The Fairchilds said Jeffrey, who would be 57 in December, was intelligent, well-read and had a great sense of humor, with a passion for creative writing.

— Connor Sheets, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of creative

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Li tells their stories in alternating chapters, loosely grounding her narrative in historical fact and Li’s own expansive imaginative powers.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026
Nicolas Cage has made a career of playing imaginative, chaotic, and intense character roles.

— Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 10 Oct. 2026

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