creativity

noun

cre·​a·​tiv·​i·​ty ˌkrē-(ˌ)ā-ˈti-və-tē 

ˌkrē-ə-

1

: the ability to create

her artistic creativity

2

: the quality of being creative

Synonyms of creativity

• creativeness
• imagination
• talent
• ingenuity
• innovativeness
• inventiveness

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Curtis Midkiff, director of social media marketing at Sprout Social, said Cannes has long been a place where brands express creativity and build relationships with prospects. — Alejandra Rojas, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026

Also, his creativity in passing may be more useful in Edmonton. — Allan Mitchell, New York Times, 26 July 2026

Leading with creativity Leveraging technology is key to staying relevant amid changing expectations, said Birgitte Aga, head of innovation and research at MUNCH, the Oslo museum dedicated to the work of Norwegian painter Edvard Munch. — Mureji Fatunde-Iloeje, ArsTechnica, 25 July 2026

Fans from all backgrounds come together to celebrate popular arts, creativity and self-expression in an atmosphere built around shared enthusiasm. — Denis Akbari, USA Today, 25 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

creative entry 1 + -ity

First Known Use

1659, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for creativity

• acclivity
• activity
• captivity
• declivity
• festivity
• nativity
• passivity
• proclivity
• absorptivity
• affectivity
• collectivity
• conductivity