ORIGINATIVE Synonyms: 30 Similar and Opposite Words

originative

adjective

ə-ˈri-jə-ˌnā-tiv

Definition of originative

as in creative

having the skill and imagination to create new things an originative genius whose mark on postmodern architecture can be seen all over the globe

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Recent Examples of originative The impulses, researchers say, activated specific brain waves associated with originative thinking, and people who were buzzed scored significantly higher on a test of creative thought. — Carl Engelking, Discover Magazine, 17 Apr. 2015

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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

Definition of creative

Adjective

All the entries are highly personal, bracingly creative and audaciously inventive recreations of immortal standards familiar throughout the world.

— Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 9 Aug. 2026
Dinner Time The Nest brings an upscale sensibility to the burger joint, with gourmet beef, bison, and black bean patties dressed in inventive combinations, plus a full menu of alternatives for anyone not in a burger mood.

— John Godfrey Published, Midwest Living, 8 Aug. 2026

Definition of inventive

Adjective

Featuring exteriors by Espen Øino International, interiors by Reymond Langton Design, and naval architecture by Lürssen, Whisper (then Kismet) won a prestigious World Superyacht Award in 2015 thanks to its innovative design.

— Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 17 Aug. 2026
Though potential mission delays could still open up opportunities for these innovative flyers to tag along.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of innovative

Adjective

Riley has a talented veteran QB (Jayden Maiava), a strong O-line and now mad scientist Gary Patterson as defensive coordinator.

— Stewart Mandel, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026
Created by Ashley Lyle and Bart Nickerson, Yellowjackets is the saga of a team of wildly talented high school girls soccer players who become the (un)lucky survivors of a plane crash deep in the remote northern wilderness.

— Denise Petski, Deadline, 20 Aug. 2026

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