creativity

noun

cre·​a·​tiv·​i·​ty ˌkrē-(ˌ)ā-ˈti-və-tē How to pronounce creativity (audio)
ˌkrē-ə-
1
: the ability to create
her artistic creativity
2
: the quality of being creative

Examples of creativity in a Sentence

her intelligence and artistic creativity the arts and crafts fair showed the remarkable creativity of local artists and artisans
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This is a time for emotional growth, creativity, and self-care to ensue. Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 July 2025 Where this leads, this decoupling of origin from human culture and creativity, is having adverse consequences. Shain Shapiro, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025 It was meant to encourage community and creativity, letting users showcase interesting prompts and responses. Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2025 En route, Grace employs his scientific expertise and ingenious creativity while an uncanny friendship develops with an extraterrestrial being to aid his longshot plight. Jeff Spry, Space.com, 30 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for creativity

Word History

Etymology

creative entry 1 + -ity

First Known Use

1659, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of creativity was in 1659

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“Creativity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/creativity. Accessed 6 Jul. 2025.

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