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

Every aspect of the campus is designed to prepare students for the realities of the beauty industry while encouraging creativity, professionalism, and personal growth from the first day of class. — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Sep. 2026

Part runway show, part cultural performance, this year’s Vogue World highlighted Italian craftsmanship and human creativity in the age of artificial intelligence. — ABC News, 22 Sep. 2026

Milan takes center stage as a hub where research, manufacturing, design, and creativity meet. — Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 22 Sep. 2026

This exchange transforms expertise into innovation, preserving the value of human touch while pushing creativity and performance forward. — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 21 Sep. 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