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

Without that thread of creativity, Maron is forced to have those conversations on stage instead of talking through them twice a week. — Anthony Solorzano, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2026

The inaugural inductees are said to represent more than a century of Australian storytelling, creativity and cultural expression and are selected by an expert panel. — Lars Brandle, Billboard, 4 Nov. 2026

Overseas talent has helped drive our innovation and economic engine since our founding, as America fosters an unrivaled level of creativity stemming from diverse cultures that no other nation possesses and simply cannot emulate. — Eric J. Gertler, New York Daily News, 2 Nov. 2026

In 2013, his drawings and creativity served as the inspiration behind Klum’s children’s clothing line. — Lia Beck, PEOPLE, 2 Nov. 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