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

This innovative approach enables Russia to monitor more routes efficiently, restrict Ukrainian movements, provide early warning against assaults, and disrupt resupply efforts. — Vikram Mittal, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026

Digital storefronts like Steam made independent games easier to distribute, while increasingly accessible technology and innovative gaming engines like Unity and Unreal made indies cheaper to produce. — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 21 Aug. 2026

At TradeBeyond, Rhea helps shape innovative supply chain, sourcing, compliance and traceability solutions for global retailers and brands. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 20 Aug. 2026

America has the talent and innovative strength to remain the world’s technology leader. — Frances Townsend, New York Daily News, 20 Aug. 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