INNOVATE Synonyms: 60 Similar and Opposite Words

innovate

verb

ˈi-nə-ˌvāt

Definition of innovate

as in to establish

to be responsible for the creation and early operation or use of innovated a new system for filing books that dramatically improved efficiency in libraries

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Recent Examples of innovate The perfume house, though, is still looking for ways to innovate. — Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2026 Watch the Building America series exploring how the country builds, innovates and manufactures heading into the future. — Washington Post Staff, Washington Post, 22 Oct. 2026 The brand is arguably the world's most renowned, trusted name in pliers and continues to innovate. — New Atlas, 21 Oct. 2026 If you over-use market dominance, markets adjust, and there’s a big price incentive to innovate. — semafor.com, 20 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for innovate

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This could help establish a circular supply chain in which discarded electronic components become feedstock for new industrial applications.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2026
At the news conference, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said investigators at his office gathered video evidence, interviewed witnesses and worked closely with prosecutors to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.

— Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of establish

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Michael Dell, the founder and CEO of pioneering tech company Dell Technologies, recently watched his wealth double thanks to the AI boom.

— Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 10 Nov. 2026
Readings also look at how the Motown record label shaped pioneering Black artists.

— Jaweed Kaleem, Los Angeles Times, 10 Nov. 2026

Definition of pioneer

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The flexible grant money will allow the organization to initiate projects sooner without waiting for government reimbursements, Morrison-North said.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 11 Nov. 2026
The company abruptly changed tack on Sunday, when Huang wrote a letter to employees admitting to the affair and announcing a plan to initiate an independent probe.

— Rohan Goswami, semafor.com, 10 Nov. 2026

Definition of initiate

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The property seamlessly blends nature with modern design, creating a luxury alpine escape that uses restorative elements from the environment.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Nov. 2026
Your attention can create a thoughtful exchange without turning into an investigation.

— Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 15 Nov. 2026

Definition of create

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The kids seemed happy with the new adventure, bouncing on the mattress to awaken their dad and introducing themselves to passers-by.

— Jarret Liotta, Oc Register, 14 Nov. 2026
The delay forced the show to skip introducing the nominees for the first half of the awards and instead have presenters just state the winner, robbing some attendees of hearing their names called for what felt like one of their biggest achievements.

— Corbin Bolies, Variety, 14 Nov. 2026

Definition of introduce

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The beaches here are lined with colorful guesthouses and design-forward boutique stays like Jakes Hotel, a beloved family-run establishment founded by local artist Sally Henzell.

— Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Nov. 2026
Led by founding partners Mosaic Miami, Temple Beth Am and the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Miami, the potluck offers a sampling of religious traditions from Christian, Jewish, Muslim and Hindu faith leaders.

— Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 13 Nov. 2026

Definition of found

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Centennial tacked on a field goal and then scored on the first play of the fourth quarter on an 8-yard pass from Jefferson to Gavin Lorge, giving the Huskies a 36-point lead and instituting a running clock the rest of the game.

— Dan Arritt, Oc Register, 14 Nov. 2026
The city is also looking to institute a $280,000 fee for new 12-inch connections to its water utility, having not previously charged such a fee.

— Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 13 Nov. 2026

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