innovative

adjective

in·​no·​va·​tive ˈi-nə-ˌvā-tiv 

: characterized by, tending to, or introducing innovations

innovatively adverb

innovativeness noun

Synonyms of innovative

• inventive
• creative
• innovational
• imaginative
• talented

Examples of innovative in a Sentence

an innovative approach to the problem

a creative and innovative young designer

Recent Examples on the Web

When our voices are centered in the decision-making process, the result is more meaningful, more innovative, more representative and ultimately stronger for everyone. — Keely Cat-Wells, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026

Nevertheless, the couple found an innovative way to continue benefiting from the trailer financially. — Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 18 July 2026

America has always had a hardworking, innovative and adaptable workforce. — Svenja Gudell, Fortune, 18 July 2026

This single, innovative component handles daily sun-tracking while also powering the protective folding sequence. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 17 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1806, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for innovative

• allocative
• appellative
• applicative
• commutative
• connotative
• copulative
• degradative
• dissipative
• educative
• exudative
• facultative
• imitative