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

For Telemundo and NBCUniversal, the tournament has been a great opportunity to test the boundaries of innovative broadcasting, digital and social media options and enhancements. — Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 11 July 2026

The scale of this challenge calls for technical expertise, commercial collaboration, and innovative investment strategies. — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 11 July 2026

Its investments have let Edward Jones experiment with innovative tools in areas like estate planning, while offering those startups access to its vast network of advisers and clients. — Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 10 July 2026

Your innovative ideas land better when expectations are simple and roles are clear. — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 10 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