innovative

adjective

in·​no·​va·​tive ˈi-nə-ˌvā-tiv 

: characterized by, tending to, or introducing innovations

innovatively adverb

innovativeness noun

Synonyms of innovative

• inventive
• creative
• innovational
• imaginative
• talented

Examples of innovative in a Sentence

an innovative approach to the problem

a creative and innovative young designer

Recent Examples on the Web

The innovative rapper comes up way short with a record that lacks fun or curiosity. —Mano Sundaresan, Pitchfork, 3 Mar. 2026

What to know Prova Spirits’ innovative approach to Italian spirits brings a unique dimension to Kentucky’s distilling community, KDA President Eric Gregory in the news release. —Maggie Menderski, Louisville Courier Journal, 3 Mar. 2026

An erotic thriller exploring the dark side of caregiving, Night Nurse world premiered in the festival’s NEXT section, showcasing innovative and forward-thinking independent cinema. —Matt Grobar, Deadline, 3 Mar. 2026

But the rural health program tilts toward seeding innovative projects and technologies, not shoring up rural hospital finances. —Arielle Zionts, CBS News, 3 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1806, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for innovative

• allocative
• appellative
• commutative
• connotative
• copulative
• degradative
• dissipative
• educative
• exudative
• facultative
• imitative
• infiltrative