creativity

noun

cre·​a·​tiv·​i·​ty ˌkrē-(ˌ)ā-ˈti-və-tē How to pronounce creativity (audio)
ˌkrē-ə-
Synonyms of creativitynext
1
: the ability to create
her artistic creativity
2
: the quality of being creative

Examples of creativity in a Sentence

her intelligence and artistic creativity the arts and crafts fair showed the remarkable creativity of local artists and artisans
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Photos will be judged on focus, lighting, composition, creativity, storytelling and overall impact, with special attention to native species, officials said. Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 20 Feb. 2026 Entrepreneurship involves constructive leaders who pair unique vision and constant creativity. Jason Phillips, USA Today, 20 Feb. 2026 But for me, the real gift was just taking my time and energy and going back into the world of creativity with music. Chris Willman, Variety, 20 Feb. 2026 The dish has thousands of years of history, reinterpretation, regional variety, and contemporary creativity. Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Martha Stewart, 20 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for creativity

Word History

Etymology

creative entry 1 + -ity

First Known Use

1659, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of creativity was in 1659

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“Creativity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/creativity. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.

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