INNOVATORY Synonyms: 30 Similar and Opposite Words

innovatory

adjective

Definition of innovatory

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having the skill and imagination to create new things the composer Charles Ives is remembered for his innovatory use of dissonance and polytonal harmonies

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That has created a rare opportunity for indie devs who want to develop truly creative and innovative titles, many of which can and will become cornerstone franchises of the future.

— Jennifer Maas, Variety, 24 Aug. 2026
The Class of 2030 also makes history as the first incoming class to experience Dreamscape Learn, an immersive virtual reality learning platform that brings innovative, experiential learning into the classroom.

— Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of innovative

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The pies range from classic to super inventive, like the fan favorite Phoenix pizza made with spicy sopresatta, red peppers and hot honey.

— USA TODAY Network, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026
Those scares are best exemplified by the film’s most inventive setpiece, where Gemma gets lost in an endless pillow fort filled with baddies around every corner.

— William Earl, Variety, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of inventive

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Gager stepped down from his role in 2017, but his creative streak remains strong.

— Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 21 Aug. 2026
At the new Artistry in Action area at University and Tasso, artists and instructors from the Pacific Art League will take visitors through the creative process — with questions welcome.

— Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2026

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