innovative

adjective

in·​no·​va·​tive ˈi-nə-ˌvā-tiv 

: characterized by, tending to, or introducing innovations

innovatively adverb

innovativeness noun

Synonyms

• clever
• creative
• imaginative
• ingenious
• innovational
• innovatory
• inventive
• original
• originative
• Promethean

Examples of innovative in a Sentence

an innovative approach to the problem

a creative and innovative young designer

Recent Examples on the Web

By contrast, users on X deemed that LVMH’s presence had the biggest impact on its reputation for innovative design and superior quality. —Miles Socha, WWD, 19 Aug. 2024

Nothing is very innovative, and nothing is really very funny. —Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 19 Aug. 2024

Alex Hirschi leapfrogged auto-journalism conventions by building a vast social media audience of 120 million followers by showcasing some of the most innovative exotics in existence. —Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 18 Aug. 2024

The drinks menu features an extensive list of innovative cocktails, premium spirits, and fine wines. —Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 17 Aug. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1608, in the meaning defined above