creativity

noun

cre·​a·​tiv·​i·​ty ˌkrē-(ˌ)ā-ˈti-və-tē 

ˌkrē-ə-

1

: the ability to create

her artistic creativity

2

: the quality of being creative

Synonyms of creativity

• creativeness
• imagination
• talent
• ingenuity
• innovativeness
• inventiveness

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

Recent Examples on the Web

With enthusiasm and human creativity, the future of film does not look too dreary to these panelists. — Isabelle Farina, Variety, 16 Sep. 2026

The Sagittarius moon harmonizes with Neptune today, fanning the flames of your creativity. — Usa Today, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2026

At the same time, themes around children, creativity and self-expression are also evolving. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2026

The Jets can finally win with some offensive creativity, and Sadiq might be the face of that. — Zack Rosenblatt, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

creative entry 1 + -ity

First Known Use

1659, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for creativity

• acclivity
• activity
• captivity
• declivity
• festivity
• nativity
• passivity
• proclivity
• absorptivity
• affectivity
• collectivity
• conductivity