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

Even brands deeply rooted in minimalism, such as Jil Sander and Loro Piana, evolved their aesthetic through sophisticated fabrics, innovative shapes and precise cuts that ensure strong relevancy for the upcoming season. — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026

Local and regional streaming platforms are again looking for innovative ways to monetize the demand for African content, while policymakers in a number of countries are putting the creative industries front and center. — Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 28 Sep. 2026

There was the innovative foldable Samsung mobile phone launched in 2020, now a coveted relic of collaborations past. — Zachary Weiss, Vogue, 27 Sep. 2026

The final stage involved completely redoing the landscaping, alongside the innovative California firm Terremoto. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 24 Sep. 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