creative evolution

noun

: evolution that is a creative product of a vital force rather than a spontaneous process explicable in terms of scientific laws compare emergent evolution

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In many ways, that mirrors my own creative evolution. Hikmat Mohammed, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025 But behind those statistics lies a more complex story of creative evolution, strategic risk-taking, and an industry learning to balance local authenticity with global ambitions. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 26 Sep. 2025 Earlier this year, the British singer-songwriter, known for her genre-blending versatility and radiant energy, returned with Stay Alta—a record that signals personal transformation as much as creative evolution. Okla Jones, Essence, 31 July 2025 Directed by Chris Smith, Devo tracks the formation, rise, creative evolution, and cultural impact of the post-punk/New Wave/geek rock greats. Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 8 July 2025 This creative evolution has expanded papier-mâché’s market appeal, with a new generation of clientele emerging – a group that includes interior designers, a local urban bourgeoisie, and international buyers. Fahad Shah, Christian Science Monitor, 2 Apr. 2025 Cofounder Natalie Mackey will continue to drive the brand’s creative evolution as creative director. Kathryn Hopkins, WWD, 26 Feb. 2025 For Brown, the value of developing a career where his art and life have achieved synergy is reaping infectious pride in his creative evolution. Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 31 Mar. 2023

Word History

First Known Use

1909, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of creative evolution was in 1909

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“Creative evolution.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/creative%20evolution. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.

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