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

The innovative design allows for a loft space, an open-concept kitchen and dining area, plus a bathroom. —Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 29 Nov. 2025

Together with our innovative direct purchases of track and systems materials, this action puts us on an accelerated path to laying the first true high-speed rail track in the Western Hemisphere next year. —Alia Shoaib, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2025

These kicks have an innovative support system that molds with your foot’s natural motion while maintaining a stable ride. —Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Nov. 2025

View gallery - 3 images Peak wildfire season may be over in California, but home-threatening fires remain a year-round threat in many areas, and this innovative three-part kit offers homeowners some new and easy ways to give houses a fighting chance. —New Atlas, 27 Nov. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1806, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for innovative

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